Bold, spicy crackers soaked overnight in oil, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper for a classic Southern snack.
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Calories: 180kcal
Equipment
- Gallon-size zip-top bag
- baking sheet Optional if baking
Ingredients
- 1 box saltine or Ritz-style crackers (12 oz)
- 3/4 cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Place crackers in a large gallon-size zip-top bag.
- Pour oil over crackers, seal the bag, and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Add Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes. Reseal and toss gently until evenly distributed.
- Let crackers rest for 8–12 hours, turning the bag occasionally to distribute seasoning.
- Serve as-is or bake at 250°F for 15–20 minutes for a drier, crisp texture.
Notes
Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to control heat. Baking is optional for extra crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 4mg