Description
Deliciously satisfying party sandwiches made with savory ham and cheese, nestled between crisp Ritz crackers.
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 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon poppy seeds (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar (optional, for a sweet glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Place half the Ritz crackers, salted side down, on the sheet. Add a small square of ham and a piece of cheese to each. Top with another cracker, salted side up, to make little sandwiches.
- Mix the glaze: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, garlic powder, and honey (if using).
- Brush and bake: Brush the tops of each sandwich with the butter mixture. Bake for 7–9 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the tops turn golden.
- Serve warm: Let them cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding pickles or jalapeños inside. Substitute with turkey or roast beef, or make a vegetarian version with fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwiches
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg