25 Minute Addictive Taco Crackers You Can’t Resist Recipe
These 25 Minute Addictive Taco Crackers are a flavorful and crunchy snack enhanced with a zesty taco seasoning blend. Perfect for parties or an everyday treat, these crackers are quick to prepare and baked to perfection for a golden, crisp texture that you just can’t resist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 1.5 cups of seasoned crackers 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Seasoning Mix
- 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (Can use olive oil for added flavor; adjust quantity based on cracker preference)
- 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning (Adjust the amount for spiciness preference or use a homemade blend)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Fresh minced garlic is an alternative; reduce quantity slightly)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (Dried onion flakes can be used for a similar taste)
- 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes (Omit for mild flavor; increase for more spice)
Main Ingredient
- 1 cup Crackers (Use gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) to prepare for baking the crackers at a low temperature, which will ensure they become crisp without burning.
- Mix Seasonings: In a medium bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili flakes. This mixture will flavor the crackers, giving them a spicy, garlicky, and savory taco taste.
- Coat Crackers: Place the crackers in a large mixing bowl or resealable bag, then pour the seasoning oil mixture over them. Toss or shake gently to ensure each cracker is evenly coated with the flavorful seasoning.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated crackers evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet. This will help them bake uniformly and become crispy on all sides.
- Initial Bake: Bake the crackers for 10 minutes in the preheated oven to start crisping and setting the seasoning on the crackers.
- Stir and Continue Baking: Gently stir or flip the crackers to promote even cooking, then continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the crackers turn golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Use olive oil instead of vegetable oil for a richer flavor, but monitor the oil quantity to avoid soggy crackers.
- Adjust the amount of taco seasoning and chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular crackers with gluten-free crackers.
- Keep an eye on the crackers during the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning since oven temperatures can vary.
- Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet before storing to maintain crispiness.
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