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Savory, Smoky Fire Crackers Recipe

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Savory, Smoky Fire Crackers are a crunchy, flavorful snack featuring saltine crackers coated in a rich blend of melted butter, brown sugar, garlic, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, oregano, and seasonings. Baked to perfection for a crispy texture and bold smoky spice, these addictive crackers make a perfect party treat or everyday nibble.

Ingredients

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Crackers

  • 1 16-ounce box saltine crackers

Seasoned Butter Mixture

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare two baking sheets by placing a wire rack on each one. This setup allows the crackers to bake evenly and become perfectly crispy.
  2. Arrange the Crackers: Place the saltine crackers in a 9×13 inch baking dish in a tight, accordion-like arrangement so they touch each other closely. You may need to work in two batches depending on your baking dish size. This helps the butter mixture coat every cracker thoroughly.
  3. Make the Seasoned Butter: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper until the mixture is well combined and aromatic.
  4. Coat the Crackers: Pour the seasoned butter evenly over the crackers, focusing on getting the mixture between each crack so they absorb maximum flavor. Use a spoon to drizzle any remaining butter on top and spread it around for even coverage.
  5. Bake the Crackers: Remove the crackers from the baking dish and place them in a single layer on the prepared wire racks on the baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then carefully flip each cracker and bake for an additional 15 minutes to achieve an even crispiness.
  6. Cool and Store: Let the crackers cool completely on the racks before serving. Once cooled, store in a resealable container or bag to keep them fresh until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • If you prefer less heat, reduce or omit the crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Using a wire rack during baking prevents soggy bottoms and promotes even crisping.
  • Store fully cooled crackers in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness for up to a week.
  • You can customize seasoning by adding onion powder or cayenne pepper for extra kick.
  • Be careful when flipping crackers to avoid breakage; a thin spatula can assist with turning.

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