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Ritz Cracker Sandwiches (Baked Party Appetizer)

These baked Ritz cracker sandwiches are an easy party appetizer made with ham, Swiss cheese, and a buttery Dijon topping. Quick to prep, simple to customize, and always a crowd favorite. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or game day snacks.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Course: Appetizer Recipes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizers, cheese, ham, ritz crackers
Servings: 24 sandwiches
Calories: 90kcal
Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 48 Ritz Crackers
  • 10 slices ham standard lunch meat thickness, not thin-sliced
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Poppy seeds for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place 24 Ritz crackers, top side down, in a single layer in a baking dish.
  • Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut ham into 24 rounds. Place one ham round on each cracker. Cut each Swiss cheese slice into 4 rounds (using the same cutter). Place one cheese round on top of the ham.
  • Top each stack with another cracker to form a sandwich.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder. Use a pastry brush to coat the tops of the cracker sandwiches with the butter mixture. Sprinkle poppy seeds over each sandwich.
  • Bake for 12 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 90kcal