Description
Old Bay Baked Oyster Crackers are a crispy, buttery snack coated with bold Chesapeake-inspired seasoning. They’re easy to make, perfect for parties, game days, soups, or snacking by the handful.
Ingredients
4 cups oyster crackers
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine the Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and lemon zest if using.
- Place the oyster crackers in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with the melted butter. Toss until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the crackers and toss again until all crackers are evenly coated.
- Spread the crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until crisp and lightly toasted.
- Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet, then sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan immediately after baking for a cheesy variation.
Use mini saltines or other bite-sized crackers if oyster crackers are unavailable.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Refresh softened crackers in a 300°F oven for about 5 minutes.
Freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
