Prepare the Crackers:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Arrange the Crackers: Lay the Ritz crackers out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange them in an even pattern, leaving a little space between each cracker.

Make the Garlic Butter Mixture:

3. Melt the Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop until fully melted.
4. Mix the Seasonings: To the melted butter, add the garlic powder, dried parsley (if using), onion powder (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all the ingredients are fully combined.

Coat the Crackers:

5. Drizzle the Butter Mixture: Use a spoon or pastry brush to drizzle or lightly brush the garlic butter mixture over each Ritz cracker. Make sure each cracker is coated evenly with the mixture.
6. Toss for Even Coating (Optional): If you want the butter and seasonings to be fully distributed, you can place the crackers in a large bowl, pour the garlic butter mixture over them, and gently toss to coat evenly.

Bake the Crackers:

7. Bake the Crackers: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crackers are golden and crispy. Keep an eye on them towards the end to avoid burning.
8. Cool the Crackers: Once baked, remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.