Description
If you love buttery, garlicky, and crunchy snacks, these Garlic Ritz Snacks are about to become your new obsession! Made with buttery Ritz crackers, garlic-infused seasoning, and a touch of Parmesan, these bite-sized treats are perfect for snacking, party appetizers, or even as a soup or salad topper.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 32 crackers)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Step 3: Coat the Crackers
- Arrange the Ritz crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Using a pastry brush or spoon, coat each cracker evenly with the garlic butter mixture.
Step 4: Add Parmesan
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the crackers for an extra savory boost.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the crackers are golden and crispy.
- Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley (if using). Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Quick & Easy: This recipe takes just 10 minutes from start to finish!
- Customizable: Adjust the garlic, cheese, or seasoning to match your taste.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for snacking, parties, charcuterie boards, or even as a soup topping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 crackers
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg