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Alabama Firecrackers

Alabama Firecrackers
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Alabama Firecrackers are a bold, spicy, and crunchy snack made by coating buttery crackers in a flavorful spicy sauce and baking them to crispy perfection. Perfect for game days, parties, or anytime you crave a fiery snack, this easy recipe combines savory, heat, and a touch of sweetness for an addictive treat that’s customizable and long-lasting.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups Ritz Crackers (or similar buttery crackers)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) to slowly toast the crackers without burning them, ensuring an even, crispy texture.
  2. Prepare the Sauce Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Whisk in Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and seasoned salt until well combined and fragrant.
  3. Coat the Crackers: Place the Ritz crackers in a large mixing bowl. Pour the spicy butter mixture over them and gently fold or stir to evenly coat each cracker without breaking them.
  4. Arrange and Bake: Spread the coated crackers evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake for about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting and flavor absorption.
  5. Cool and Enjoy: Remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp up further before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh crackers for best crispiness; stale crackers won’t crisp well.
  • Bake low and slow, stirring occasionally to balance flavors and prevent burning.
  • Adjust the heat by tasting the sauce before coating and increasing or decreasing hot sauce or cayenne pepper as desired.
  • Fold crackers gently to avoid breaking and ensure even coating.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep crackers crisp for up to one week.
  • To refresh crackers after storage, bake them at 300°F for 5–7 minutes.

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