Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches
Delicious and easy-to-make sandwiches using Ritz crackers, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Ritz Crackers (Any buttery cracker will work in a pinch.)
- 8 oz Ham (Can substitute with turkey, roast beef, or salami.)
- 8 oz Swiss Cheese (Cheddar or pepper jack are excellent alternatives.)
- ¼ cup Melted Butter (Olive oil offers a lighter option.)
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard (Yellow mustard is a good substitute or omit for milder taste.)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (Fresh garlic or garlic salt can replace if desired.)
- 1 tbsp Poppy Seeds (Sesame seeds can be used instead or omitted.)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lay out 12 Ritz Crackers on a baking sheet.
- On each cracker, place a slice of ham followed by a slice of Swiss cheese.
- Top each layered cracker with another Ritz Cracker.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and poppy seeds. Mix well.
- Brush the butter mixture generously on top of each sandwich.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crackers are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Make sandwiches ahead of time and bake just before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sandwiches
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg