Description
Crispy, buttery, and boldly seasoned, these Old Bay Baked Oyster Crackers are the ultimate quick snack for any occasion. Perfect as a quick breakfast side, easy dinner companion, healthy snack option, or party appetizer. These seasoned oyster crackers bake low and slow for maximum crunch and deep flavor, making them one of the best easy recipe and food ideas for gatherings, soups, salads, and snack boards.
Ingredients
9–12 ounces oyster crackers
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.
3. Stir in Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, and parsley.
4. Place oyster crackers in a large bowl.
5. Drizzle the seasoned butter over the crackers while gently stirring to coat evenly.
6. Let crackers rest 5–10 minutes to absorb flavor.
7. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
8. Bake 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
9. Remove when lightly golden and fragrant.
10. Cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Bake at a low temperature to prevent burning and ensure even crispness.
Spread crackers in a single layer to avoid soggy spots.
Allow crackers to cool completely before storing to maintain crunch.
Calories: 200 per serving.
Carbohydrates: 22g.
Protein: 3g.
Fat: 12g.
Saturated Fat: 6g.
Unsaturated Fat: 5g.
Trans Fat: 0g.
Cholesterol: 20mg.
Sodium: 320mg.
Fiber: 1g.
Sugar: 1g.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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