Alabama Fire Crackers

Introducing the star of your next party: Alabama Fire Crackers. This appetizer features ranch-seasoned crackers marinated, baked to perfection, and adorned with fiery red pepper flakes, delivering an unbeatable fusion of spiciness and crunch.

These crackers are as much a party staple in my home as Meatballs with Grape Jelly! You can spread them around a Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball or just eat them as is. However, you choose to serve them they make an easy and delicious appetizer recipe.

What I Love About This Recipe

• Easy: Alabama Fire Crackers are a breeze to prepare. Simply coat crackers in a Ranch Dressing Mix seasoned oil mixture, bake, and add red pepper flakes for a quick and tasty appetizer.
• Flavorful: If you love Ranch Oyster Crackers then you’ll love these! These crackers offer bold, zesty flavors with a hint of spicy kick.
• Versatile: Alabama Fire Crackers are ideal for parties, gatherings, or snacking anytime.

How to Make Alabama Fire Crackers

1. Prepare the seasoning. Combine the onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Ranch Dressing Mix (a store-bought packet also works), by whisking them together. Drizzle in the olive oil and whisk until mixed.
2. Marinate. Take the saltine crackers and transfer them into a gallon-sized Ziplock bag. Then, pour the olive oil mixture into the bag. Give the bag a gentle shake, ensuring you turn it over a few times to ensure all the crackers are evenly coated. Leave the bag on the counter for a span of 2 hours, or even overnight if preferred, and remember to flip it occasionally to maintain an even coating.

3. Bake. Heat the oven to 250ºF and spread the crackers out onto a baking sheet (use 2 if you need them). Bake them for 15 minutes until they’re golden brown.

Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions

• Make-ahead Instructions: For optimal results, I suggest marinating the crackers overnight, making it ideal to prepare this recipe in advance. Simply follow the recipe up to the marinating step. Allow the crackers to marinate overnight before your planned serving time, then proceed with baking them as directed the following day.
• Storage Information: To store Alabama Fire Crackers, place them in an airtight container or resealable bag, ensuring they are well-sealed to preserve freshness. Keep them in a cool, dry place, away from moisture or humidity.

Alabama Fire Crackers Recipe

Allow me to present the standout at your upcoming gathering: Alabama Fire Crackers. This appetizer boasts ranch-seasoned crackers, expertly marinated, baked to perfection, and elegantly finished with fiery red pepper flakes, creating an unmatched blend of spiciness and crunch.

5 from 10 votes

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 10 Servings

Calories: 596kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

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  Gallon-Sized Ziplock Bag
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  Rimmed Baking Sheet

Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups Olive Oil
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• ▢ 3 tablespoons Crushed Red Pepper
• ▢ 2 ounces Packages Ranch Dressing Mix 2 packages
• ▢ 16 ounces Saltine Crackers 4 sleeves

Instructions

• Prepare the seasoning. Combine the onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Ranch Dressing Mix (a store-bought packet also works), by whisking them together. Drizzle in the olive oil and whisk until mixed.
• Marinate. Take the saltine crackers and transfer them into a gallon-sized Ziplock bag. Then, pour the olive oil mixture into the bag. Give the bag a gentle shake, ensuring you turn it over a few times to ensure all the crackers are evenly coated. Leave the bag on the counter for a span of 2 hours, or even overnight if preferred, and remember to flip it occasionally to maintain an even coating.
• Bake. Heat the oven to 250ºF and spread the crackers out onto a baking sheet (use 2 if you need them). Bake them for 15 minutes until they're golden brown.

Notes

• Make-ahead Instructions: For optimal results, I suggest marinating the crackers overnight, making it ideal to prepare this recipe in advance. Simply follow the recipe up to the marinating step. Allow the crackers to marinate overnight before your planned serving time, then proceed with baking them as directed the following day.
• Storage Information: To store Alabama Fire Crackers, place them in an airtight container or resealable bag, ensuring they are well-sealed to preserve freshness. Keep them in a cool, dry place, away from moisture or humidity.

Nutrition

Serving: 8Crackers | Calories: 596kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 929mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 712IU | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 3mg

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This post was originally published on November 9th, 2020, updated on De