Fire crackers are surprisingly flavorful appetizers that are a hit at all Southern parties.

They’re incredibly easy to make.

Bake themor don’t bake themjust check that you shake them really well.

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Here, learn how to make fire crackers, and get ideas for how to serve these timeless snacks.

Whether you bake them or not is up to you entirely.

Either way, the result is easy, tasty, and a soon-to-be obsession.

Southern Living Fire Crackers ingredients

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But here’s a brief recap.

What Is an Alabama Fire Cracker?

After soaking, the crackers are baked again until crispy again.

Southern Living Fire Crackers mixing together the dressing ingredients

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Want an even spicier version?

Try theseFive-Alarm Fire Crackers.

Do I Have to Bake Firecrackers?

Southern Living Fire Crackers letting the bag sit overnight

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If you are short on time, the crackers still taste great as a no-bake snack.

Swap out the Saltines for Ritz crackers, Cheez-Its, or Triscuits.

How To Serve Firecrackers

Serve fire crackers all on their own as a potluck snack.

Southern Living Fire Crackers on a baking sheet before baking

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Add them to a cheese board for a flavorfuland distinctly Southerntwist.

Or serve them alongside soup, such as ourroasted tomato soup, for dipping.

How To Store Firecrackers

Store Alabama fire crackers in an air-tight container at room temperature.

Southern Living Fire Crackers after baking

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They should last up to a week.

More Potluck Party Snack Recipes

Southerners know easy, simple, but incredibly delicious appetizers.

wrap up the bag and knead to thoroughly mix the ingredients together.

The more times you do, this the better the coating.

Rest:

Let the bag sit overnight.

Bake crackers:

Remove crackers and lay out on a baking sheet.

Bake at 250F for about 15 minutes.