Homemade Seasoned Ranch Cheese Crackers Recipe

This recipe was even BETTER than the seasoned ranch oyster cracker recipe we had been using. Why? Because I am adding an additional layer of flavor by using cheese-its in place of the oyster cracker. 

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They added one more layer of cheesy goodness to the flavors we had already become addicted to. The amazing flavors in this snack cracker will keep you coming back for more.

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Homemade Seasoned Ranch Cheese Crackers

The conception of this recipe started in college with the traditional homemade seasoned ranch crackers. But as most recipes created, this one was also created by mistake. We were out of the oyster crackers but only had cheese crackers in the house. Being in college, we figured…what could go wrong!?

Nothing went wrong! Everything went right!

Birth Control Cracker: The explanation

After much discussion, it was decided that these new crackers were going to be called Birth Control crackers. What?! Why?

Because after you eat them, your breath is so pungent with the layers of dill, garlic, and cheese cracker that NO one is getting any lovin’. Birth control. We all had a good laugh about it know that these crackers were not a true form of contraception but just a silly way of referring to our new favorite homemade snack food.

How do you store these ranch crackers?

I will store these ranch crackers in a gallon zip-top bag but any airtight container will work. You want to be sure to keep the humidity out of these crackers so that they do not go stale.

Can other crackers be used instead of cheez-it crackers?

Use the oil and the seasonings to make other seasoned crackers. Some of our favorite Cheez-it cracker substitutions is:

• pretzel sticks
• oyster crackers
• saltine crackers
• pretzel thins
• pretzel nuggets
• butter crackers such as Ritz
• Asian rice crackers (same crackers I use in my Thai Chex Mix)

Homemade Seasoned Ranch Cheese Crackers ingredients

• Cheese Crackers 21 oz. (or 2 small boxes)
• Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing Seasoning Mix
• Lemon Pepper
• Dill Weed
• Garlic Powder
• Vegetable Oil

How to make seasoned ranch cheese crackers

1. Combine all spices and the oil in a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
2. Add the cheese crackers and stir until they are coated completely. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl and get all the delicious flavors on the crackers.
3. Bake the seasoned ranch cheese crackers

How To Bake Ranch Cheese Crackers

1. I use a large pot to bake my crackers because I find it easier to stir them. Feel free to use 2 sheet trays if you like.
2. Bake at 325 for 20 minutes, stirring 1/2 way through.
3. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

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Yield: 21 ounces

Homemade Seasoned Ranch Cheese Crackers

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This recipe was even BETTER than the seasoned ranch oyster cracker recipe we had been using. Why? Because of the cheese crackers. They added one more layer of cheese goodness to the flavors we had already become addicted to.
But we didn't want to call them seasoned ranch cheese crackers. No. That was too boring for this amazing cracker. The flavors were strong and we kept coming back for more.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Family size box of Cheese Crackers 21 oz., or 2 small boxes
• 2 packets Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing Seasoning Mix
• 1/2 Teaspoon Lemon Pepper
• 4 Teaspoons Dill Weed
• 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 cup Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. Combine all spices and the oil in a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
2. Add the cheese crackers and stir until they are coated completely. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl and get all the delicious flavors on the crackers.
3. I use a large pot to bake my crackers because I find it easier to stir them. Feel free to use 2 sheet trays if you like.
4. Bake at 325 for 20 minutes, stirring 1/2 way through.
5. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

7

Serving Size:

3 ounces
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 712Total Fat: 52gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 42gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 986mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gProtein: 9g

Nutritional facts are just estimates. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates.

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published March 2017

Sarah Mock

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Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 11 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.