Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

These Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches are a bite-sized take on the classic hot ham and cheese slider.¹ The buttery, flaky texture of the Ritz crackers combined with the savory Dijon glaze makes these a massive hit at any game day or holiday gathering.

Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

Ingredients

How To Make Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches:

Step 1: Prep the Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F.2 Line up 24 Ritz crackers (half of the total) in a single layer at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, keeping the flat side down.3

Step 2: Build the Sandwiches: Tear the 8 slices of deli ham into small strips. Fold the strips so they fit neatly onto each cracker. Cut the 8 slices of Swiss cheese into small 1-inch squares and place one piece on top of each ham-topped cracker. Cap each one with the remaining 24 crackers to form your mini sandwiches.

Step 3: Whisk the Glaze: In a small bowl, stir the 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder into the 4 tablespoons of melted butter.

Step 4: Season and Bake: Spoon or pour the butter mixture evenly over each cracker sandwich. Sprinkle the 1 teaspoon of poppy seeds and 1/2 teaspoon of dried minced onion over the top. Bake for 10/12 minutes until the cheese is completely melted and the crackers are a light golden brown.4

Step 5: Serve: Remove from the oven and serve while they are still warm and the cheese is gooey.

Pro Tips

• Prevent Soggy Bottoms: If you want extra-crispy crackers, you can bake them for 3 minutes before adding the toppings, then proceed with the assembly.

• Cheese Variations: While Swiss is classic, these are also excellent with Pepper Jack for a little kick or Sharp Cheddar for a bolder flavor.⁵