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Alabama Fire Crackers

Fire crackers are a cheap and deliciously spicy party snack that requires no cooking. These are really great with chili.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 30 people
Calories 5465.7 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large resealable plastic bag 2-gallon size recommended for easy mixing
  • 1 Liquid Measuring Cup For vegetable oil
  • 1 Measuring Spoons For spices

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 ⅔ cups vegetable oil
  • 2 1 ounce envelopes ranch dressing mix
  • 3 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 16.5 ounce package multigrain saltine crackers

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Place vegetable oil, ranch dressing mix, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Seal the bag and squeeze with your hands until oil and spices are well combined. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Place crackers into the bag, seal, and turn the bag over to coat crackers with spice mix. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Let sit for about 1 hour, then turn again. Repeat several times until crackers are well-coated with spice mix, then allow the bag to sit 8 hours to overnight. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Remove crackers and serve. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

For optimal flavor and even seasoning, ensure the oil and spice blend is thoroughly emulsified before adding crackers; this prevents spices from settling. The overnight rest is critical, allowing the crackers to fully absorb the robust spice blend and achieve their signature seasoned-through texture. Gently rotate and flip the bag periodically during the resting period to prevent crackers from clumping and ensure maximum coverage. Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to personal preference for desired heat. The crackers will soften slightly from oil absorption, which is an expected part of their appeal. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.