Description
Garlic Ritz Snacks are a quick and flavorful appetizer featuring crispy Ritz crackers coated with a savory garlic butter blend, Parmesan cheese, and herbs. Perfect for entertaining or a tasty snack, these crackers bake to golden perfection in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 30 crackers)
- 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 make cleanup easier.
- Arrange Crackers: Place the Ritz crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap for even baking.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the melted butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Crackers: Using a pastry brush, generously brush the garlic butter mixture onto the top of each cracker to fully coat them with flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the crackers are golden brown and crispy, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the crackers from the oven, allow them to cool slightly, and serve warm or at room temperature as a delicious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, flip the crackers halfway through baking and brush the other side with garlic butter.
- Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor, but garlic powder can be used as a substitute if needed.
- These snacks are best enjoyed the same day for optimal crunchiness.
- Feel free to sprinkle extra Parmesan or chopped fresh parsley before serving for added taste and presentation.
