Garlic Bread Ritz

If you need an easy party appetizer, these garlic bread ritz bits are it. A quick, cheesy, buttery snack that comes together in minutes and bakes up golden and crunchy, with the flavors of garlic bread in every bite!

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Prep Time5

Cook Time8

Total Time13

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Garlic Bread Ritz Bits

Servings: cups

Ingredients

2 boxes cheese Ritz Bits (8.8 oz each)
¾ cup butter melted
1 tbsp garlic powder
2 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp onion powder
⅔ cup grated Parmesan
finely chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F and line two 9x13 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper (or one extra-large sheet pan).
If some Ritz Bits have separated, gently press them back into sandwiches so the cheese is tucked safely inside, so any exposed cheese doesn't burn. Pour crackers into a large mixing bowl.
In a medium spouted measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and seasonings. Pour over the crackers and toss to coat.
Sprinkle the parmesan over the top and toss to coat again.
Divide the buttered crackers evenly between the prepared baking sheets and spread in a single layer (it’s fine if some overlap.)
Bake 7-9 minutes until golden brown.
Garnish with just a bit of fresh chopped parsley.
Allow to cool completely before eating. They will crisp up and get crunchy as they cool.

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Notes

To vary the flavor: swap Italian seasoning for a cajun or ranch seasoning mix for a twist.

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