Description
Spicy alabama firecrackers spark excitement with their zesty ranch-coated cracker blend. Southern snack lovers crave these crisp, addictive crackers that deliver bold flavor and irresistible crunch you won’t be able to stop munching.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons chili flakes
Crackers:
- 1 box (12 ounces) saltine or Ritz crackers
Oil:
- 3/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Arrange saltine crackers in a spacious, resealable plastic bag, ensuring they remain intact and not crushed.
- Combine extra virgin olive oil with aromatic Italian herbs and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes in a clean mixing vessel.
- Carefully drizzle the infused oil mixture over the crackers inside the sealed bag, creating an even coating.
- Press out any excess air and seal the bag completely to prevent leakage.
- Gently massage and rotate the bag, allowing the seasoned oil to uniformly envelop each cracker.
- Position the bag in a cool, dry area at ambient temperature for several hours, ideally overnight.
- Periodically flip and rotate the bag to ensure consistent flavor distribution and prevent ingredient settling.
- Once the crackers have absorbed the robust seasonings, transfer to a serving platter or storage container.
- Pair with a complementary dipping sauce or enjoy these zesty crackers as a standalone savory snack.
Notes
- These spicy crackers can be easily customized by adjusting the heat level with chili flake amounts.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends like ranch, Cajun, or garlic powder for unique flavor variations.
- Use gluten-free crackers to make this recipe suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks to maintain maximum crispness and flavor intensity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Southern (American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg