Description
Garlic Ritz Snacks are a quick and flavorful appetizer featuring crispy Ritz crackers coated with a savory garlic butter mixture and Parmesan cheese, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties or a simple snack, these crackers deliver a deliciously garlicky bite that pairs wonderfully with dips or cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Snack
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 30 crackers)
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Arrange Crackers: Place Ritz crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even baking and crispness.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat Crackers: Use a pastry brush to generously spread the garlic butter mixture on top of each cracker, ensuring an even coverage for maximum flavor.
- Bake: Bake the coated crackers for 8-10 minutes, or until they become golden brown and crispy, keeping an eye on them to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature as a delicious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Make sure to mince the garlic finely to distribute the flavor evenly over the crackers.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, you can add an extra clove of garlic or increase garlic powder slightly.
- Use fresh grated Parmesan for the best taste and texture.
- Store leftover crackers in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
- These snacks can be paired with dips like ranch, hummus, or cream cheese spreads for added variety.
