Alabama Fire Crackers Recipe
Alabama Fire Crackers are a classic snack recipe that’s been around for decades and for good reason! Packed full of spicy and ranch flavor, coupled with a satisfying crunch, makes these spicy crackers irresistible. Enjoy them as a game day snack, holiiday appetizer or a fun side to spice up a hot bowl of soup!
Looking for more spicy snack recipes? Try my bacon chipotle devilled eggs, jalapeño popper pinwheels or my firecracker chicken wraps.
Spicy Ranch Saltines
These Alabama hot crackers are an easy snack food to make with no baking and the balance of spice, tang, and crunch turns a simple saltine cracker into a next-level delicious treat!
They’re great on their own but are more than just a snack as they are perfect to feed a crowd paired with cheese, dips, or even as a topping for chili and soups adding another layer of flavor.
I love to serve them at parties or family gatherings with my caramelized onion dip, guacamole, spinach and artichoke dip and my jalapeño popper cheese ball.
Ingredients
- 1 Box Saltines Cracker (16 ounces)
- 1 ½ Cups Canola Oil – or use vegetable oil
- 2 Tablespoons Crushed Red Pepper
- 2 Ranch Seasoning Packets (1 ounce each)
- 2 Teaspoons Granulated Garlic
- 1 Teaspoon Ground Pepper
Items Needed:
Gallon Ziploc Bag
How To Make Alabama Fire Crackers
Step One – Place the seasonings and oil in a gallon size Ziploc baggie.
Step Two – Close the bag and thoroughly mix the ingredients in the bag by massaging it by hand.
Step Three – Open the bag and add the crackers.
Step Four – Seal and gently rotate the bag so that all the crackers get coated.
Step Five – Leave the bag to rest overnight, flipping the bag once after an hour, if possible. Enjoy!
Sandra’s Tips
- If the bag doesn’t get flipped/rotated at least once when resting, some crackers might end up more oily than others. It’s not a huge deal, but they definitely turn out more even if rotated.
- I tend to transfer the crackers to a clean baggie/container after they’re finished soaking in the flavors. Makes for a cleaner snack time.
Storage Instructions
Store these crackers in a sealed container or baggie for up to 1 week. I do not suggest refrigerating or freezing these.
Alabama Fire Crackers Recipe
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 15 servings
Description
Alabama Fire Crackers are a classic snack recipe that’s been around for decades and for good reason! Packed full of spicy and ranch flavor, coupled with a satisfying crunch, makes these spicy crackers irresistible. Enjoy them as a game day snack, holiiday appetizer or a fun side to spice up a hot bowl of soup!
Ingredients
1 Box Saltines (16 ounces)
1 1/2 Cups Canola Oil
2 Tablespoons Crushed Red Pepper
2 Ranch Seasoning Packets (1 ounce each)
2 Teaspoons Granulated Garlic
1 Teaspoon Ground Pepper
Instructions
- Place the seasonings and oil in a gallon size ziploc baggie.
- Close the bag and thoroughly mix the ingredients in the bag by massaging it by hand.
- Open the bag and add the crackers.
- Seal and gently rotate the bag so that all the crackers get coated.
- Leave the bag to rest overnight, flipping the bag once after an hour, if possible. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage instructions: Store these crackers in a sealed container or baggie for up to 1 week. I do not suggest refrigerating or freezing these.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Rest Time: 8 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
