Description
Garlic Bread Ritz Bits are a crunchy, savory snack that elevates traditional garlic bread to a whole new level. These delightful bites feature buttery Ritz crackers topped with a rich garlic spread and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, they promise an explosion of flavor that will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (approximately 30 crackers)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp parsley flakes (fresh or dried)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the softened butter, garlic powder, parsley flakes, and grated Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Lay the Ritz crackers flat on the prepared baking sheet. Generously spread the garlic mixture on each cracker.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cracker (12g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella for added flavor. For extra crunch, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes for a kick.