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Crunchy, and full of savory flavors, Spicy Ranch Crackers are not your average snack! Saltines are transformed into an absolutely addictive snack with just four ingredients. This no-bake recipe with big, bold flavors and a bit of heat is super simple to make.
Serve these crazy good crackers with Homemade Pimento Cheese and Dill Pickle Herb Dip for spur-of-the-moment get-togethers with friends. They will thank you, I promise!
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It’s crazy to think that a recipe this simple needs to be written down and shared but trust me, once you make these crackers, you’ll have friends begging you to PLEASE tell them how to make them.
This grab-and-go appetizer, served alongside Salami Cream Cheese Roll-Ups and Creamy White Bean Garlic Dip, is great for game day, parties, movie night, or game night. Fair warning, though, make a double batch. These crackers disappear fast!
Ingredients For This No-Bake Recipe
This crazy good snack crackers recipe is made with ingredients you probably have in your pantry, and it could not be easier to make.
- Saltine Crackers – you can change the crackers and make Spicy Ranch Oyster Crackers.
- Canola or Vegetable Oil
- Ranch Dressing Mix Seasoning – I like Hidden Valley Ranch
- Red Pepper Flakes
How To Make Spicy Saltine Crackers With Ranch
- Place crackers in a large bowl.
- Mix together ranch seasoning, red pepper, and canola oil.
- Drizzle the mixture over crackers and, using a large spoon, gently toss to coat.
- Mix crackers about every 5- 8 minutes for a total time of 20 minutes.
- Store crackers in a zip-top bag or airtight container.
Can You Use Vegetable Oil Instead Of Canola Oil?
Absolutely. You can use whichever type of oil that you like.
Variations On This Spicy Cracker Recipe
- Switch out the ranch seasoning for lemon pepper, garlic powder, dill, onion powder, taco seasoning, or Za’atar.
- Melted butter or avocado oil can be swapped out for canola oil.
- Make ranch oyster crackers in place of the salines. You can also use cheese crackers, mini saltines, or goldfish crackers.
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How Long Do Spicy Ranch Saltine Crackers Last?
After all the oil has been absorbed, store the crackers in an airtight container for up to one week.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 box (4 sleeves) saltine crackers
- 1 package ranch seasoning mix 1 ounce package
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 Ā½ cups canola oil
Instructions
- 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 airtight container.
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Notes
- Make ranch oyster crackers in place of the salines. You can also use cheese crackers, mini saltines, or goldfish crackers.
- To save, store in an airtight container for up to one week.
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Pretty Maker
Hi I didn’t intend to leave a one star review, on my last post. I was trying to leave a 5 star review. I was having technical difficulties, and had to re write the post several times, and forgot to give 5 stars. I will definitely write another review after I have tried the recipe.
Nick
Great and simple ty!
Dawn
I used extra virgin olive oil and replaced saltines with “Everything RITZ” crackers. OMG, I won’t make these very often because I can’t stop eating them…lol
Tiffany
Can you use vegetable oil in place of canola? That’s all I have on hand
Mark Schrader
Very good and very easy to make, i used a 2 gallon zip lock bag and turned it many times to mix then put in clean 2 gallon bag . Surprisingly not greasy or soggy
Pretty Maker
Hi, would like to ues oyster crackers, not sure the amount. Does 4 cups sound right to you? Thanks. I plan on using them in a soup recipe from this site.
Sounds right! Enjoy.
~Donya
Nancy T Williams
So good you can’t stop eating them trust me
Kim W
Question, do you use the whole box of the mini saltines if you switch to them?