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Posted: 09/26/24
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Taco Oyster are delicious seasoned crackers perfect for snacking on! Tossed in taco seasoning they are crunchy with the perfect amount of zip. Great for parties, game night and watching movies.
If you like the popular ranch seasoning crackers, you’ll love these seasoned oyster crackers! This snack is perfect to add to any appetizer table at a party, or just to handy to munch on throughout the week.
I love having these ready as an after school snack for my kids or being able to throw them into their lunches for the week. This easy snack recipe is a great little on-the-go cracker to munch on and are so simple to make. You’ll only need a few ingredients and 30 minutes of your time to create this addicting and tasty snack! Pair them with other favorite snacks like ants on a log and your kids will think they have the best snacks ever.
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Why You’ll Love these Taco Oyster Crackers
- The ingredients for this recipe are likely things that you already have sitting in your pantry or spice cabinet! Just keep them on hand and you can make this delicious snack whenever you have a craving for something salty.
- These spicy oyster crackers a great quick snack to whip up with minimal mess and clean-up. I love quick recipes that won’t keep me in the kitchen for too long.
- You can easily follow this recipe, no matter your skill level in the kitchen! It’s just simple ingredients and a few easy steps.
Ingredients for Seasoned Oyster Crackers
- Oyster Crackers – You can use oyster crackers or saltine crackers! Just know that saltines may change the amount of seasoning and oil you may need.
- Canola Oil – I prefer to use canola oil in this recipe, but you could you use olive oil or vegetable oil as well.
- Taco Seasoning – Use your favorite packet of taco seasoning or you can make your own. Use spicy taco seasoning to add extra kick to this recipe or just stick to the mild seasoning to keep it flavorful without all of the spice.
- Garlic Powder – Garlic powder elevates the flavor of these crackers and makes them extra yum! It’s the best addition, even if your taco seasoning already has some garlic in it!
- Chili Powder – Using chili powder will give these spicy oyster crackers a little bit of kick. Feel free to omit this if you are not a fan of spice.
- Dried Oregano – I love adding a touch of dried oregano to this taco oyster crackers recipe to help bring out the other flavors. It brings a nice little herby flavor to the crackers.
How to make Taco Oyster Crackers
- Place your oyster crackers into a clean, large, mixing bowl.
- Mix all of your seasonings together in a large bowl until everything is thoroughly combined. Add the oil and mix it in well.
- Next, pour the mixture over the crackers and stir until every cracker is thoroughly covered.
- Spread the seasoned oyster crackers onto a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through the bake.
- Allow to the crackers to cool completely and then get to munching!
Storage Tips for Taco Oyster Crackers
Store in an airtight container or plastic zip top bag with the air squeezed out. Store at room temperature for about a week. I do not recommend storing them in the refrigerator or freezer.
My crackers turned out too spicy. What can I change?
If your crackers are too spicy, then just omit the chili powder and be sure you use a mild taco seasoning. Unfortunately, there is no way to change the spice level on the crackers after they are already baked. So it may be a little trial and error if you end up with spicy crackers. Just try more mild seasonings on the next batch!
More Snacks to Pair with taco oyster crackers
These taco oyster crackers are the perfect crunchy pairing with a gooey cheese quesadilla. I also love to pair them with snacks like pizza crescent rolls and air fryer english muffin pizzas.
If you need an easy school lunch, then send your kiddos with these taco crackers and something tasty like a DIY uncrustable or ham and cheese roll ups!
Pro Tips for the best Taco Oyster Crackers
- To change the flavor and spice level of these seasoned oyster crackers, use different taco seasoning packets!
- Add some red pepper flakes for extra kick and flavor!
- Once baked, sprinkle a little bit of sea salt over the warm crackers to bring out the taco seasoning flavor.
Such a simple, yet super tasty, snack! Give these spicy oyster crackers a try! It’s one of the best recipes and we almost always choose to make these homemade crackers over store-bought because they’re so darn good.
More Snack Recipes You’ll Love
- These classic Ranch Oyster Crackers are so yummy! If you love these taco crackers, then you’ll love the ranch ones for sure.
- If you like these taco oyster crackers, then you’ll love this Taco Chex Mix!
- These Ranch Pretzels are a tasty twist on ranch crackers.
- Need another snack mix recipe? Try this Honey Mustard Homemade Snack Mix.
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Taco Oyster Crackers Recipe
Taco Oyster are delicious seasoned crackers perfect for snacking on! Tossed in taco seasoning they are crunchy with the perfect amount of zip. Great for parties, game night and watching movies.
Prep:10 minutes mins
Cook:20 minutes mins
Total:30 minutes mins
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Ingredients
- 2 packages oyster crackers 10 oz each
- ¾ cup canola oil
- 1 package taco seasoning 1.25 oz
- ½ Tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ Tablespoon dried oregano
- ½ Tablespoon chili powder
Instructions
Preheat oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place crackers in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour over crackers. Mix until crackers are completely covered in seasoning mix.
Spread crackers out in two large baking sheets with sides. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring at 10 minutes. Cool. Store in airtight container.
Tips
- To change the flavor and spice level of these seasoned oyster crackers, use different taco seasoning packets!
- Add some red pepper flakes for extra kick and flavor!
- Once baked, sprinkle a little bit of sea salt over the warm crackers to bring out the taco seasoning flavor.
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Nutrition Information
Serving: 1, Calories: 247kcal (12%), Carbohydrates: 28g (9%), Protein: 3g (6%), Fat: 14g (22%), Saturated Fat: 1g (6%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Sodium: 516mg (22%), Potassium: 64mg (2%), Fiber: 2g (8%), Sugar: 1g (1%), Vitamin A: 285IU (6%), Vitamin C: 1mg (1%), Calcium: 10mg (1%), Iron: 2mg (11%)
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Crystal says
I want to make these, I was wondering do I have to use canola oil??? Can I use xtra virgin olive oil??
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Courtney says
Olive oil should work!
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Colleen B. says
I added a bag of the gold fish crackers (I used pizza flavor of fish) to the oyster crackers and made according to instructions; stirring every 5 minutes. A person probably could also add some Cheeze-It crackers. Delightful!
It’s one of them recipes that you could add – in whatever you want; pretzels, nuts, etc.Reply
Colleen B. says
I did forget to mention that each time I stir the mixture, I also rotate my pan.
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Courtney says
See AlsoHomemade Animal CrackersYum! That sounds great!
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Jackie Redmond says
Made these for Christmas gathering, tasted great! Will def use again. Thanks for the recipe.Reply
Courtney says
Thank you!!
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Stephanie says
Made these as directed and they are fantastic! Thanks Julie!!
I’m sure they’ll be a “hit” at our Christmas party this evening!!Reply
jude says
julie, these are dangerously delicious. thank you for this crunchy zesty snacky oyster cracker situation.Reply
Courtney says
Thank you!
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JoanK says
I had no problem with the 20 minutes (stirring after 10 minutes) in my oven. Crackers tasted great but I think I would double the chili, oregano, and garlic to give it a little more kick. Will definitely make again!Reply
Julie Evink says
Great to hear!
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DB says
Recipe needs to be modified. Cooking time/temp too long/high. As other reviews stated, they burned before cook time was even finished. Went right in the trash.
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Julie says
I’m sorry to hear that! All ovens heat differently, I’ll have to test this recipe again, I didn’t have an issue with the 20 minute time.
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Parti says
I agree 20 minutes is too long. I did 6 minutes to stir and then 4 more minutes
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Julie says
Thanks for sharing! I hope you enjoyed them!
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Ashley Langston says
You might want to check this website http://www.delicioushomerecipes.com/2019/05/taco-oyster-crackers-recipe/
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Julie Evink says
Thank you!!
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Amy says
in the video it looked like you added 3 bags of crackers, but the written recipe says 2, so i was just wondering if its 2 or 3 bags? these sound amazing, and i just wanna make sure i make them the right way 🙂
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Julie Evink says
Two, you can use three, but the taco flavor will be less.
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Jessica says
These tasted amazing until I put them in the oven. 20 minutes was way too long. They’re burnt ?
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Rachelle says
Same thing here! Taste was absolutely amazing while we were snacking on them before putting them in the oven, but 20 minutes was absolutely too long. Now they just taste burned. Will definitely make again and shortened to about 10 minutes in the ovenReply
Megan Richardson says
Are these possible in the crockpot instead?
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Julie Evink says
I would think so Megan… I would try cooking it similar to this recipe for Chex Mix – https://www.julieseatsandtreats.com/crock-pot-chex-mix/
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Gail S. says
Julie, Thank you for the recipe for these snacks! They sound wonderful and I am going to try them. I love the ranch flavored oyster crackers so I am sure my family will love these as well. I do have to say however, your blog is so full of advertising, I could barley read your post through all of the ads. It is unfortunate because I do love your posts, but I may have to delete my subscription. I understand having some advertising helps pay your way but I was overwhelmed! Sorry.
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Julie Evink says
Hi Gail! I’m sorry you feel that way. I do my best to optimize readers experience as much as possible. Would you mind sharing with me if you were reading my blog through a mobile device, tablet or on desktop? My ads differ between the options so that would help me! Thanks!
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Gail S. says
Julie, I was on my desktop when I viewed this. Now that you say that, I usually am on my tablet and don’t have that problem! It was a Sephora ad that kept popping up and when I would try to minimize it, it would pop up again making it very annoying to read your post! I don’t want to sound mean because I love your blog and “Pin” several things off of it but it really got to me! 🙂 Thanks for concern and wanting to check it out!
Julie Evink says
That would be annoying! I’ll let my ad managers know! Sorry about that!
Renee Johannson says
Love these little Taco crackers! And I love the video!! Totally cute!!
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Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
Friends with pools are the best kind of friends to have! These little crackers are great to snack on at the pool or even these days by the fire!
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