Description
These Irresistible Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches are the perfect bite-sized appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 48 Ritz crackers (about 2 sleeves)
- 12 slices deli ham (cut into quarters)
- 6 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese (cut into quarters)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp poppy seeds (optional)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (optional for sweet glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay half the Ritz crackers (salted side down) on the baking sheet. Top each with a piece of ham and a piece of cheese.
- Place another Ritz cracker (salted side up) on top to form mini sandwiches.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, garlic powder, and honey or brown sugar (if using).
- Brush each sandwich generously with the glaze mixture.
- Bake for 7–9 minutes or until the cheese melts and the tops are golden brown.
- Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- These sandwiches are great for parties and game days.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavor.
- Can be made ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Ritz Cracker Party, appetizer, sandwiches