Here’s a simple and addictive recipe for Seasoned Oyster Crackers—perfect for snacking or serving with soups and salads!
🦪 Seasoned Oyster Crackers
Ingredients (makes about 4 cups)
- 1 (10 oz) bag oyster crackers
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for extra crispiness)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Seasoning
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, Old Bay (or Cajun seasoning), smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat the Crackers
- Place oyster crackers in a large bowl.
- Drizzle melted butter (and olive oil if using) over crackers and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the crackers and toss again until evenly coated.
4. Bake
- Spread crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Watch closely at the end to prevent burning.
5. Cool and Store
- Let crackers cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
- They stay crunchy for up to 1–2 weeks.
⭐ Tips
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Can be made in larger batches and stored for quick snacks.
- Perfect for tailgates, parties, or soups!
I can also give a ranch-flavored version, a cheesy version, or a spicy Cajun version if you want.
Do you want me to make one of those?
