Ritz Crackers Party Sandwiches Recipe
RITZ Crackers Party Sandwiches are easy-to-make, bite-sized appetizers featuring layers of deli ham and Swiss cheese sandwiched between RITZ Crackers. Topped with a flavorful buttery glaze infused with Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and dried onion flakes, these warm, melty mini sandwiches are perfect for parties and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 48 mini sandwiches 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwiches
- 96 RITZ® Crackers (about 3 sleeves)
- ½ lb thinly sliced deli ham
- ⅓ lb thinly sliced Swiss cheese
Butter Glaze
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s ready for baking the sandwiches.
- Assemble Crackers and Ham: Place 24 RITZ Crackers flat side down in the bottom of a 13×9 inch baking dish. Repeat this step with another dish. Tear the deli ham gently into small strips and lay a lightly folded slice onto each cracker.
- Add Cheese and Top Crackers: Cut Swiss cheese into 1-inch pieces and place one piece on top of each ham layer. Then cover each sandwich with another RITZ Cracker, rounded side up, to complete the mini sandwiches.
- Prepare Butter Glaze: Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 45 seconds. Whisk in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and salt until well combined.
- Coat Sandwiches: Pour the butter mixture evenly over the assembled sandwiches in both baking dishes. Sprinkle poppy seeds and dried onion flakes evenly on top.
- Bake: Bake the mini sandwiches for 10–12 minutes or until the cheese melts and the tops of the crackers turn lightly golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Carefully transfer the sandwiches to a serving platter and serve them warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can prepare these sandwiches ahead and refrigerate assembled but unbaked, then bake just before serving.
- Substitute Swiss cheese with cheddar or your favorite cheese for a different flavor profile.
- If poppy seeds are unavailable, sesame seeds make a good alternative topping.
- Use gluten-free crackers to adapt this recipe for gluten-sensitive guests.
- Be careful not to overbake to maintain a tender, melty inside with slightly crisp crackers.
Keywords: RITZ Crackers, party sandwiches, appetizer, finger food, easy party recipe, ham and cheese bites, baked snacks
