Sweet and Spicy Crackers are crispy Ritz crackers coated in butter, brown sugar, and a smoky blend of spices. They have the perfect mix of sweet, salty, smoky, and spicy flavors in every bite.
I first tried these crackers at a football party and couldn’t stop reaching for more. They make a great snack for parties, holidays, or game day.
Why I Love Sweet and Spicy Crackers
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Ritz Crackers: The buttery, crispy base for this snack.
- Butter & Brown Sugar: Coat the crackers and give them their sweet, buttery flavor.
- Chili Powders: Chili powder, ancho chili powder, and chipotle chili powder add smoky heat.
- Smoked Paprika & Cumin: Add extra smoky flavor and warmth.
- Garlic & Onion Powder: Add savory flavor to balance the sweetness.
- Dried Parsley: Adds a little color and flavor.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Sweet and Spicy Crackers
Make the Seasoned Butter: Preheat the oven to 250°F. Melt the butter, then stir in the brown sugar, parsley, and seasonings.
Coat the Crackers: Dip 5–6 crackers at a time into the butter mixture, turning to coat both sides.
Bake: Arrange the crackers on a wire rack over a baking sheet or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, flip, and bake another 10 minutes.
Cool: Let the crackers cool completely for about 15 minutes before serving.
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How do I store Sweet and Spicy Crackers?
Let the crackers cool completely, then store them in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them crisp.
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Easy and Delicious Sweet and Spicy Crackers
Sweet and Spicy Crackers are buttery Ritz crackers coated with brown sugar and smoky spices, then baked until crisp.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- 3 sleeves Ritz crackers
- ¾ cup butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°
- In a large microwave safe mixing bowl melt the butter. Add all the ingredients except the crackers to the melted butter. Mix well and let marinate for a couple minutes while preparing the baking/cookie sheet.
- Place a wire rack on the cookie sheet, or line the cookie sheet with parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place 5-6 crackers into the butter mixture and turn to coat.
- Place the coated crackers on the rack and repeat until all the crackers have been dipped and are on the baking/cookie sheet.
- Place in the oven in the middle rack for 10 minutes. Flip each cracker with a spatula or fork and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove crackers from the oven and allow to sit to cool completely, about 15 minutes.
- Delicious as a snack or served with your favorite dip.
Notes
Let the crackers cool completely before storing them so they stay crisp.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
6 CrackersAmount Per Serving: Calories: 520Total Fat: 29gSaturated Fat: 11gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 852mgCarbohydrates: 58gFiber: 2gSugar: 10gProtein: 6g
