Tired of the same old party snacks? If you want something exciting, tangy, salty and extra-crunchy, these Dill Pickle Saltines will really be a hit! A simple tasteless staple is turned into a lively snack with just a few added ingredients and minimal effort.
Butter, pickle juice and seasonings give this recipe its special kick. Whether making them as a movie night snack, for a game day party or even for an on-the-go road trip treat, these crispy and savory crackers will be a crowd-pleasing winner.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Incredibly Easy: Few snacking recipes are as simple as this one. It takes less than 20 minutes to take these saltines from bland to an incredibly tasty treat.
- Budget-Friendly Snacking: A box of saltines has an incredibly low cost, and the extra ingredients needed for this recipe are items that most homes already have on hand. That makes this a great option for budget-friendly snacking.
- Unbeatable Crunch: Coating the Saltines in butter and then baking them takes their crunch level up a notch!
Ingredients You’ll Need
In addition to a box of Saltine crackers, there are just a few staples from the kitchen needed to pull together this tangy snack:
- Saltine Crackers: One sleeve of Saltine crackers is the base for this recipe. Want to cut costs even more? Most stores have their own cheaper generic versions of Saltines on sale.
- Melted Butter: Unsalted butter is the best option for this recipe to keep sodium levels down, and to avoid the risk of oversalting.
- Dill Pickle Juice: This is the secret recipe to this Dill Pickle Saltines recipe. Best of all, you can just drain a bit from a jar of pickles already in your fridge.
- Seasonings: Dried dill weed, garlic powder, onion powder and salt are the seasonings that help pull this recipe together, and are usually items most families already have in their pantries.
How to Make:
Step 1
Arrange the crackers. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees, and arrange the crackers on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
Step 2
Blend the seasonings. In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, dill pickle juice, dried dill weed, garlic powder, onion powder and salt until well combined.
Step 3
Brush and bake. Use a pastry brush to brush the seasoning mixture over the top of the Saltine crackers. Bake the crackers for 10-12 minutes.
Step 4
Cool and crisp. Remove the crackers from the oven, and allow them to sit to cool and crisp up. The crackers will become much crispier if they are allowed to rest until they come to room temperature before serving.
Tips for Success:
- Don’t Over-Saturate: Avoid adding too much pickle juice to this recipe. You should use no more than the recommended amount for these Dill pickle Saltines to avoid them becoming soggy after baking.
- Let the Crackers Cool Completely: For the same reason as avoiding using too much pickle juice, you should avoid serving the crackers before they have cooled to room temperature. As you let them rest and cool, the crackers will become even crispier!
Easy Substitutions
- The Cracker: While this recipe does call specifically for Saltines, it can also work well when the crackers are swapped out for Ritz crackers, oyster crackers or even pretzel twists.
- The Seasonings: Adding or subtracting seasonings are effortless substitutions you can do to really make this recipe your own. Add a bit of kick by adding in red pepper flakes, or a bit of color with some paprika.
Storage Instructions
Dill pickle saltines are easy to store for snacking later in the week or on-the-go. Simply let them cool completely, and place them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make a larger batch?
Absolutely! This recipe is incredibly easy to scale up for a bigger batch. Just double the amount included to make a large batch for a party or event.
Why are my crackers soggy?
This can happen for two different reasons. You either added too much dill pickle juice to the recipe and have oversaturated the crackers, or you did not let the Dill pickle Saltines cool down completely before serving.
How can I make them stay fresh longer?
These crackers will stay fresh longer when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Doing so will make them last up to a week.
Recipe
Dill Pickle Saltines
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees, and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the butter, pickle juice, onion powder, garlic powder, dill weed and salt.
- Brush the mixture onto the crackers with a pastry brush.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow the crackers to rest and come to room temperature before serving.
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