Description
Ritz Churro Bites are a quick and easy sweet snack featuring crispy Ritz crackers coated in buttery cinnamon-sugar, baked to golden perfection. This delightful treat combines the flaky texture of crackers with the warm flavors of cinnamon and sugar, making it a perfect bite-sized dessert or party snack that comes together in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 30 crackers), broken into halves or quarters
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow even baking.
- Prepare Crackers: In a large mixing bowl, break the Ritz crackers into halves or quarters depending on your preferred bite size. Toss the pieces with the melted unsalted butter until each cracker is evenly coated, ensuring rich flavor and crispiness.
- Make Cinnamon-Sugar Mix: In a separate small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the cinnamon-sugar mixture that will give the churro bites their signature sweet and spicy flavor.
- Coat Crackers: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the butter-coated crackers. Gently toss them to ensure every piece is covered in the cinnamon-sugar blend for maximum flavor.
- Bake: Spread the coated crackers in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy. Watch carefully to avoid burning as baking times may vary by oven.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the churro bites from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes. They will crisp up further as they cool. Serve them as a sweet, crunchy snack perfect for sharing or enjoying anytime.
Notes
- Keep a close watch during baking to prevent the bites from burning due to the sugar coating.
- You can adjust the amount of cinnamon based on your personal taste preference for more or less spice.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness for up to 2 days.
- For a twist, try drizzling melted chocolate over cooled bites before serving.
