Dill Oyster Crackers Snack Recipe – Easy Homemade Savory Crunch
Dill oyster crackers are baked oyster crackers tossed in oil, dill, garlic powder, and onion powder for a tasty snack.
Dill oyster crackers are a tasty, versatile savory snack you can enjoy on their own or use as a crunchy topper for soup or salads. Instead of using a ranch seasoning packet, these oyster crackers get their flavors from dill weed, garlic powder, and onion powder. They are crisp, savory and hard to stop snacking on. If you need an easy snack recipe for parties, game day,s or quick munching, this one fits the bill.
Recipe Highlights
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 17 Minutes
Total Time: 22 Minutes
Yield: 2 cups
- A quick baked snack made with oyster crackers, oil or butter, and dried herbs and spices like dill, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Bake at low heat for 10 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Easy to store, you can even freeze them.
Seasoned Oyster Crackers Ingredient List
- Plain Oyster Crackers – Mini saltines or mini pretzels work too.
- Dried Dill or chervil, fennel, parsley or tarragon
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Chives
- Sea Salt or Kosher Salt
- Olive Oil – Avocado oil and melted butter are good options too.
- Fresh dill and chives are optional for garnish
How to make this dill oyster crackers recipe
- Prepare: Measure the spices and preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the ingredients: Add the oyster crackers to a mixing bowl with the spices, then use a wooden spoon to mix everything together.
- Arrange: Place the coated oyster crackers in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 10 minutes until the crackers start to turn golden brown.
Tips
- Use quality ingredients that are fresh for the best flavor.
- While baking the oyster crackers, stir them occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Cool the crackers completely before transferring them to an airtight container.
Serving suggestions
Try serving these crackers as a salad topper on a crisp romaine salad, or a lettuce, tomato, and onion salad. They also taste great in your favorite bowl of soup such as chicken noodle soup.
This tasty savory snack is also a great snack to serve in an appetizer spread with assorted crackers, cheeses, and dips.
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for a week.
You can also freeze seasoned dill oyster crackers by placing them in a ziplock plastic bag or a resealable silicone bag for up to three months.
Recipe variations
Oyster crackers are a blank slate for any seasoning mix, and that makes them very versatile. Here are some suggestions to change up these tasty bites.
Parmesan – Add grated parmesan cheese to the seasoning mix for a cheesy twist.
Spicy – Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes to give your crackers a spicy kick.
Lemon – Mix lemon zest or a half teaspoon of lemon pepper into the seasoning mixture for a burst of citrus flavor.
Mexican – Instead of dill and garlic, use 2 to 3 teaspoons of taco seasoning for a Tex-Mex flavored oyster cracker.
Dill Oyster Crackers Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, make a double or triple batch, let the crackers cool completely, then store them in an airtight container until you are ready to serve. This helps them stay crisp.
Oyster crackers were originally made to serve with oyster stew and other oyster dishes. The name stuck even though most people sue them for soups and snacks now.
You can skip the baking, but taking tastes better. It helps the oil and spices soak in, and makes the crackers crisp.
You can easily freeze them in a resealable bag for up to 3 months. To thaw, spread them on a plate or tray, or warm them in a 350°f oven for a few minutes.
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Easy Dill Oyster Crackers
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups oyster crackers
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dill dried
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chives dried
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees f.
- Place 2 cups oyster crackers, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dill, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon chives, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt into a mixing bowl and gently stir to combine all of the ingredients ensureing that the crackers are covered with oil and spices.
- Arrange the mixture on a parchment lined baking sheet in an even layer and bake for 7 minutes; gently toss them in the pan and bake for another 7 to 10 minutes or until they start to turn golden brown.
