These ranch, fire crackers are not your average snack! Saltines are transformed into something absolutely addictive with just three ingredients and are an excellent addition to a bowl of soup or stew. Don’t let them fool you though, these ranch fire crackers are a favorite for any game day celebration, party or even while you’re watching your favorite show!
I had these crackers several years ago at a party. With my love of all things savory, it was not long before I knew they were destined to become one of my favorite things to munch on. Over the years, I’ve served them at parties, made them for snacking on at the beach, and of course, when there’s a gathering to watch whatever kind of game is on TV. I also serve them with a steaming bowl of soup or stew and they are really great alongside a big helping of chili. It’s kind of crazy to think that a recipe this simple needs to be written down and shared but trust me, once you make these crackers and share them, you’ll have friends asking you to PLEASE tell them how to make them. 
It’s crazy simple that you can turn and average box of saltines into these amazing snacks in under an hour. First, (wink) comes the hard part – open all the sleeves of crackers in the box and put them into a big bowl. Then, mix the ranch seasoning and red pepper flakes into canola oil.
Next, take the “firecracker” mixture and pour it over the saltines. Gently mix with a spoon, about every 5-8 minutes for a total of 20 minutes. That’s it! No baking, no cooking. Lastly, store your savory creation in an airtight container until you’re ready to enjoy them. Just a word of caution…once you start eating them it’s hard to stop, trust me, I know.
Ranch seasoning and red pepper turn ordinary saltine crackers into a favorite snack. Made in less than 30 minutes, they are an easy no-bake savory treat everyone will love.
- 1 box (4 sleeves) saltine crackers
- 1 package ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 cups canola oil
Place crackers in a large bowl. Mix together ranch seasoning, red pepper and canola oil. Pour mixture over crackers and using a large spoon, gently toss to coat. Mix crackers about every 5- 8 minutes for a total of 20 minutes. Store crackers in a zip top bag or air tight container.
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Thanks. Donna! Made these before and they are a treat. I forgot what size package of the ranch seasoning to use.
You are so welcome, Christine! These are wicked good for sure. I use one package of ranch mix or 3 tablespoons of the seasoning in the larger container. I hope this helps.
XO,
~Donya
I love these!
I’d rather use email address southernborn@att.net since I have access to a printer on that address. Thank you!!! Definite making several of the recipes I’ve seen already!! Glad I found you.
These are definitely addicting! An easy way we make them is to lay the saltines in a long “shoebox looking” Rubbermaid container with a tight fitting lid. Pour the mixture over the top and keep flipping the box over & over. That way everything is all together getting happy!
We make these ALL the time! We lay the saltines in a rectangular container with a tight fitting lid. We then pour the oil mixture all over the crackers and keep flipping the container.
These are addictive! Thanks for sharing the recipe. We also add garlic powder to the mix =)
Jett
That are addictive, Jett! I love the addition of garlic powder. I’ll give that a try next time. Thanks so much for stopping by!
XO,
~Donya
I can see these being popular on the weekend for game-watching!
You are so right, Dorothy! They disappear quickly.
XO,
~Donya
I am sure my kids will love these! Such a great snack idea!
Thanks, Toni! My boys love them and so do their friends.
XO,
~Donya
Do they get soggy
Hey Nora. Nope, they do not get soggy at all. They are full of flavor and crunchy.
Enjoy!
~Donya