Description
Garlic Butter Ritz Bites are a simple and irresistible treat, perfect for snacking or entertaining.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Ritz crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Arrange the Ritz crackers in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Using a spoon, generously drizzle the garlic butter mixture over each cracker.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the crackers are golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the crackers before baking for a cheesy garlic bread flavor.
- Alternatively, you can substitute the parsley with fresh basil for a different herbaceous note.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg