Smoked Saltines Recipe

Add bold flavor to your next snack board with these buttery smoked saltine crackers, seasoned to perfection and crisped low and slow on the grill. Easy to make, endlessly snackable, and perfect for parties or pairing with cheese and dips.

If you’re looking for a simple but flavor-packed snack, these Smoked Saltine Crackers are about to be your new go-to recipe. With a buttery, seasoned coating and a kiss of smoky flavor from the grill, they’re a fun twist on classic club crackers or even firecracker crackers.

Whether you’re making a batch for a game day snack, topping a soup, or building out a next-level tinned fish board or charcuterie platter. This is the kind of cracker recipe that’s easy to prep and hard to stop eating!

Why You’ll Love These Smoked Saltine Crackers

• Quick and easy: Minimal ingredients, low prep, and no special tools needed.
• Customizable: Switch up your dressing mixes and spice combos for different vibes—think ranch, Cajun seasoning, or even lemon pepper.
• Crowd-friendly: Perfect for parties, tailgates, or gifting in jars.
• Smoky, buttery goodness: The flavor is like fire crackers, but even better with the added bonus of grill smoke.

Ingredients for Smoked Butter Crackers

These smoked crackers come together with a handful of simple pantry staples. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Base Crackers:
  Use saltine crackers as the main base, or switch things up with club crackers, oyster crackers, or even biskit-style crackers for variety.
• Butter & Liquid Flavor Base:
  Melted butter or olive oil creates the foundation of the flavorful coating. A splash of Worcestershire sauce adds a savory, umami-rich punch. You can also substitute with cups of olive oil if you prefer a dairy-free version.
• Seasonings & Dried Herbs:
  A mix of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, dill, and thyme adds bold flavor. You can adjust the herbs and spices based on your taste or even try out different dressing mixes for new seasoning profiles.

How to Smoke Saltine Crackers on a Grill or Smoker

Preheat your pellet grill or smoker to 225°F. If you’re using a charcoal or gas grill, set it up for indirect heat and toss in a wood chunk or chips for that smoky flavor. Lay the seasoned crackers in a single layer on a wire rack to help them cook evenly and get nice and crisp.

Place the rack on the grill grates and let the crackers smoke for about an hour or until they’re golden brown. You don’t want high heat here, but low and slow is the best way to get that smoke to gently infuse into each cracker.

Best Seasoning Ideas for Smoked Crackers

Here are some seasoning combos to try for future batches:

• Ranch seasoning mix + dried chives
• Cajun seasoning + smoked paprika for heat
• Everything bagel spice for crunch and sesame vibes
• Lemon pepper + dill for something zesty and fresh

If you have other favorite dressing mixes, this is a great place to use them!

Tips for Perfect Smoked Crackers Every Time

• Use a wire rack so air circulates around the crackers.
• Keep your smoker at a steady 225°F for best results.
• Let the crackers cool to room temperature so they crisp up fully before storing.
• Don’t crowd the crackers—space helps them cook evenly.

How to Serve Smoked Saltines

Serve these crackers solo as a flavor-packed snack, or add them to charcuterie boards next to cheese, olives, and spreads. They’re also a tasty topping for chili or tomato soup. Or go all in and serve them with cups of olive oil and herbs for dipping!

Storing Smoked Crackers for Maximum Freshness

Let the crackers cool completely before storing. Place them in an airtight container at room temperature, and they’ll stay crispy and delicious for about a week. This makes them easy to prep ahead of time for parties or to enjoy as an anytime snack.

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