Name: Taco Oyster Crackers Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
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

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

White bowl with seasoned oyster crackers

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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