Alabama Fire Crackers – Red pepper flakes, spicy ranch mix, garlic, and onion powder are all tossed with mini saltines for a homemade cracker snack that will have your mouth on fire and your hand going back for more!
There is no shortage of delicious foods that come out of the South. They have everything from pecan pie to sweet tea, but these Alabama fire crackers are one of my favorite Southern delicacies!
Alabama fire crackers are spicy little snacks that are perfect for game day or any time you want a snack that is both crunchy and fiery. These easy-to-make mini crackers are almost like homemade Cheez-its (without the cheese cracker base) and uses a combination of spices and herbs that will have you making a second batch before you even finish your first!
This spicy snack has a lot going for it- They can be made in less than 5 minutes and are ready to eat in one hour. They are easy to make, they can be customized to your taste preferences, and since they are made at home, you know exactly what ingredients are in them! Let’s dig in!
The complete list of ingredients, quantities, and directions can be found in the printable recipe card below!
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Ingredients For Your Alabama Fire Crackers
- crushed red pepper flakes
- spicy ranch dressing mix
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- freshly ground black pepper
- premium mini saltines
- canola oil
How To Make Spicy Alabama Fire Crackers
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements!
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed red pepper flakes, spicy ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper until fully combined.
- Put the mini saltines into a gallon zip-top bag. Pour the canola oil into the bag and seal the top. Gently shake to distribute the oil onto all of the crackers.
- Open the top of the bag and sprinkle in the seasoning mix. Seal the bag again and gently shake until all crackers are fully coated.
- Empty the contents of the bag into an air-tight container. Allow sitting for at least 1 hour before serving.
Alabama Fire Crackers FAQs
Can I use plain Cheez-It crackers instead of mini saltines?
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Spicy Alabama Fire Crackers With Mini Crackers
Ingredients
- 1.5 Tablespoons red pepper flakes crushed
- 1.5 oz spicy ranch dressing mix
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 11 oz mini saltines box premium
- ¾ cup canola oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the crushed red pepper flakes, spicy ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper until fully combined.
- Put the mini saltines into a gallon zip-top bag. Pour the canola oil into the bag and seal the top. Gently shake to distribute the oil onto all of the crackers.
- Open the top of the bag and sprinkle in the seasoning mix. Seal the bag again and gently shake until all crackers are fully coated.
- Empty the contents of the bag into an air-tight container. Allow sitting for at least 1 hour before serving.
Vikki says
Have you ever tried this with white pepper?
Kim Schob says
Hi, Vikki, No, I haven’t. Please let us know how it turns out with the white pepper!
Vicki says
Loved these…so did my neighbors.
Kim Schob says
Woo Hoo! So happy you all loved it! Thank you!