These zesty and buttery Ranch Crackers are super easy to make with just 3 ingredients. They can be snacked on by themselves or made into a fun appetizer.
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Cracker Stackers
Hi Folks,
I love the buttery and crispy result of these baked ranch crackers. It is so quick and easy topped with bold ranch seasoning and melted butter! I like to make all sorts of cracker stackers with these.
Ham and cheese are a classic combo, and the ranch flavor pairs so well. I like to add deli ham and Swiss cheese and melt them together in the oven to serve at parties or just snack in front of the TV.
What I Love About Ranch Crackers:
- Kid-Friendly: This is a great recipe to get the kids involved with. My kids love shaking the bag to coat the crackers with the butter and seasoning. This recipe boosts their cooking confidence because they can do almost everything independently!
- Versatile: This is a very adaptable recipe. You can substitute Ranch seasoning for any other seasoning. I like to load these crackers up with ham and Swiss cheese, but again, use your favorites here.
- Quick and Easy: This recipe only takes 5 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook!
Ingredients & Estimated Cost
Per Serving Cost: $0.36
Recipe Cost: $7.23
- 13.7 oz box RITZ Crackers – $3.98
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning – $1.88
- 8 Tablespoons salted butter – $1.37
NOTE: Recipe costs are estimated using online grocery store prices. Actual costs may vary based on your existing ingredients. Prices were last updated in December 2024.
Cook’s Tools:
- Large resealable bag
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Two large baking sheets
- Aluminum foil
- Wire racks
How To Make Ranch Crackers:
Combine the Butter and Ranch
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl, add the Ranch seasoning and mix.
- Pour the melted butter mixture into a large resealable bag.
Coat the Crackers
- Add the Ritz crackers to the bag. Reseal and gently shake the bag until the crackers are evenly coated.
- Lay the seasoned Ritz crackers in a single layer on parchment or foil-lined baking sheets.
Bake the Crackers
- Bake for 10 minutes in a preheated 300°F oven. Place the pans on wire racks and let the crackers cool completely.
Optional Ham & Cheese Appetizer
- If you’re making appetizers, cut deli ham and Swiss cheese into rounds. Layer ham and cheese on top of the crackers.
- Place the crackers back in the oven at 225°F until the cheese melts. Serve immediately!
Recipe Variations
- Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the ranch and butter mixture for a little heat.
- Cheesy Ranch Crackers: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the crackers before baking.
- Garlic Ranch Twist: Mix in ½ teaspoon garlic powder with the Ranch seasoning for extra flavor.
- Herb Crackers: Add dried dill or parsley to the mix for a fresh, herby finish.
Storage Tips
STORE: Store the cooled crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
FREEZE: Place in a freezer-safe bag and store for up to 2 months.
THAW: Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Recipe FAQs
I prefer Ritz crackers because they are perfectly buttery. However, you can use other crackers, like saltines or club crackers.
If you do not have a Ziploc bag, you can use a large mixing bowl with a lid. Gently toss the crackers in the bowl with a spatula to ensure they are coated evenly with the butter mixture.
If this happens, simply use your hands to pull the crackers apart after they have cooled completely.
Yes, Ranch is my favorite, but you can choose a different flavor if you prefer. Check the spice or condiment aisles of your grocery store for more options.
Yes, simply double the ingredients and bake on additional baking sheets.
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Ranch Crackers
Equipment
- Large resealable bag
- Microwave safe-bowl
- Two large baking sheets
- aluminum foil
- wire racks
Ingredients
- 13.7 oz box RITZ Crackers
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning
- 8 Tablespoons melted butter
Additional Ingredients for Ham & Swiss Cracker Stackers:
- Deli ham
- Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F, and line 2 cookie sheets with foil.
- Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl. Add the melted butter and Ranch seasoning packet to a gallon-size Ziploc bag, and seal shut.
- Mix the mixture between your hands until there are no more dry seasoning clumps.
- Add the RITZ crackers, seal the bag and shake! Shake until the crackers are evenly coated.
- Divide the crackers between the 2 foil-lined cookie sheets. Spread the crackers in an even layer and bake for 20 minutes.
- Move cookie sheets to wire racks and cool before snacking!
TO MAKE HAM & SWISS CRACKER STACKERS:
- Cut the deli ham and Swiss cheese into rounds. Top the crackers with the ham and cheese.
- At this point you can either serve them immediately or warm them in a 225°F oven until the cheese begins to melt.
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If stored in an air tight container how long will these stay fresh?
I’d say about 4-5 days.
i love ritz crackers i would be so interested to try the ranch crackers
I never thought of re-baking the Ritz to add new flavours. Very clever.
Thanks for the Walmart giveaway. I’ve been a big fan of Ritz for as long as I can remember.
it sounds so tasty!
Thank you for the recipe. I like both ritz crackers and ranch
These look really good. I used to make something similar but I added chili powder to mine, to give it a little kick.
I make something very similar to this, except I use chili powder too for a little extra zip.
I make something very similar to this, but I put chili powder in mine for a little extra zip.
These look so delicious! I think my kids would love the chance to help shake the bag, too! #client
Thanks, I hope your kids love the recipe!
yum! I have never thought of doing this before! It is a good way to spice up some plain old crackers! Thanks for sharing!