Description
Cheesy Garlic Ritz Bits are a deliciously crispy, flavorful snack made by coating Ritz Bits Cheese Sandwich Crackers in a savory blend of melted butter, olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, then baking them to golden perfection. Perfect for parties or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Crackers
- 1 box (8.8 oz) Ritz Bits Cheese Sandwich Crackers
Seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Mix Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and paprika. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Coat Crackers: Add the Ritz Bits Cheese Sandwich Crackers to the bowl and gently toss them with the seasoning mixture to ensure each cracker is evenly coated without breaking.
- Arrange for Baking: Spread the coated crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to allow even cooking and crisping.
- Bake: Bake the crackers for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through the baking time to ensure even coloring and crispiness. Watch for a golden color and slightly crisp texture.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For extra cheesy flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese immediately after baking while the crackers are still warm.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mixture for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
