Description
Ritz Churro Bites are a quick and delightful sweet snack featuring buttery Ritz crackers coated in cinnamon sugar and baked to a crispy golden perfection. This easy recipe yields a crunchy, cinnamon-scented treat that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or serving at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main 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 the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Prepare Crackers: In a large bowl, break the Ritz crackers into halves or quarters. Toss them with the melted butter until each piece is evenly coated to help the cinnamon sugar stick and to add richness.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the buttered crackers and gently toss to ensure all crackers are well coated with the cinnamon sugar blend.
- Bake: Spread the coated Ritz crackers in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown and crispy. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the churro bites cool for a few minutes. They will become crispier as they cool, making them the perfect crunchy snack.
Notes
- Monitor baking time closely to prevent burning as sugar can caramelize quickly.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin spice to the cinnamon sugar mix.
- Allow bites to cool completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
- Can be served as a quick dessert or snack with coffee or tea.
