Simple, buttery saltines never tasted so good.

Learn how to make buttered saltines, and discover your new signature appetizer.

But none of that is what we mean by buttered saltines.

Southern Living Butter Baked Saltines on a platter to serve

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Some versions of this two-ingredient recipe call for clarifying the melted butter, while others skip that step.

If you prefer clarified butter, it’s quick and easy to useghee.

Arrange the crackers in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.

Southern Living Butter Baked Saltines crackers on a baking sheet

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Melt butter, and drizzle over crackers:

Melt the butter in the microwave or saucepan.

Drizzle the warm butter over the crackers, making sure they are well coated.

Bake saltines:

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges begin to brown.

Southern Living Butter Baked Saltines drizzling the butter over the crackers

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Southern Living Butter Baked Saltines after baking

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