Garlic Bread Ritz Bits Recipe
Craving a quick, savory treat? These garlic bread Ritz bits are crispy, buttery, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for beginner cooks, this simple recipe turns pantry staples into a crowd-pleasing snack. Whip them up for movie nights or casual gatherings in just minutes. Ready to crunch? Let’s get started!
Ingredients
Cracker Base:
- 2 boxes (8.8 oz each) Ritz Bits crackers (original)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Seasoning Mix:
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Optional Garnish:
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.
- Place Ritz Bits in a large bowl. Pour melted butter and olive oil over, tossing to coat.
- Sprinkle seasoning mix over crackers. Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread crackers on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Cool for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with fresh parsley, if using.
- Serve your garlic bread Ritz bits warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For best results, use fresh garlic powder to enhance the flavor of garlic bread Ritz bits.
Variation: Swap Parmesan for cheddar powder for a cheesy twist.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 180 kcal per serving
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg