Crunchy, buttery, sweet… and totally addictive.
Imagine a churro and a cracker had the most delicious little baby. That’s what you get with Ritz Churro Bites—a crazy easy, totally genius snack that takes almost no effort but delivers big on taste. You’re combining the buttery crisp of Ritz crackers with a warm cinnamon-sugar coating, and yes, it’s as dreamy as it sounds.
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🧂 Ingredients You’ll Need
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ritz crackers | 1 sleeve (about 30) |
| Unsalted butter | 4 tbsp (½ stick) |
| Granulated sugar | ¼ cup |
| Ground cinnamon | 1½ tsp |
| Vanilla extract | ½ tsp |
| Pinch of salt | Optional, to balance sweetness |
🥣 How to Make Ritz Churro Bites
You’re just a few simple steps away from the best snack of the week:
1. Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until fully liquid. Stir in the vanilla extract.
2. Toss the Crackers
Add your Ritz crackers to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the butter mixture over them and toss gently until evenly coated.
3. Mix Cinnamon Sugar
In a separate bowl, stir together the cinnamon and sugar (plus a pinch of salt if you like sweet-salty contrast).
4. Coat the Crackers
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the buttery crackers and toss to coat every bite.
5. Bake (Optional)
For extra crunch, bake them on a parchment-lined sheet at 300°F for about 10 minutes, then let them cool. This step is optional, but it adds a crisp churro-like texture.
🎉 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 5 ingredients or less
- Ready in under 15 minutes
- No fancy tools needed
- Sweet, salty, and buttery all at once
- A total crowd-pleaser
💡 Fun Variations
Want to change it up? Try these:
- Add crushed pecans or almonds before baking for a nutty crunch.
- Use graham crackers for more of a s’mores vibe.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate or caramel once cooled.
- Dust with powdered sugar after baking for an even more churro-like finish.
🧊 Storing Tips
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- To crisp them back up, pop them in a 250°F oven for 5 minutes.
📌 When to Serve Ritz Churro Bites
- Game day snack
- Dessert charcuterie boards
- Last-minute party treat
- Netflix binge fuel
- Just because it’s Tuesday and you deserve it
❓ FAQ: Ritz Churro Bites
Can I use salted butter?
Yes! Just skip the pinch of salt if you do.
Do I need to bake them?
Nope! They’re delicious as-is once tossed, but baking gives them a crispier finish.
Can I make them ahead?
Definitely. Just store in a sealed container and re-crisp in the oven if needed.
🔥 Final Crumb
If you love churros, buttery snacks, and cinnamon-sugar anything, this is your sign to make Ritz Churro Bites today. They’re sweet, snackable, and guaranteed to disappear faster than you think.
👉 Go Make It Happen!
You’ve got Ritz crackers. You’ve got sugar. You’ve got butter. You’ve got no excuse not to treat yourself.
Snack like you mean it!