Crispy, buttery Ritz Cracker Sandwiches are the perfect party appetizer! These cheesy bite-sized cracker sandwiches are a cinch to prep and always a crowd pleaser.

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Stack of ham and cheese ritz cracker sandwiches.

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Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

Who doesn’t love a great party slider? These meaty, cheesy handheld sammies are the perfect addition to game day spreads casual gatherings. We have long been a fan of these Hawaiian Roll Ham and Swiss Sliders, but the last time I made them, I couldn’t help wondering what they’d be like if we swapped the rolls for Ritz crackers.

Turns out, they’re pretty darn great. This is everything we love about a classic ham and cheese slider, but with the irresistible crumbly-crisp texture of Ritz crackers. These sandwiches are somehow both soft and crisp, and even butterier than their roll-based counterparts.

I top them with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, plus a good sprinkling of Everything Bagel Seasoning. We went with a classic ham and Swiss for the filling, but you could use any combination of deli meat and cheeses, or even leftover pulled pork!

These quick and easy Ritz sandwiches are a great recipe to have in your back pocket for entertaining. They can be ready to serve in less than 30 minutes! Enjoy!

Courtney

P.S. For a sweet counterpart to these, try our Fluffernutter Chocolate Ritz Cookies.

Key Ingredients

Ritz crackers, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, melted butter, cheese, ham, garlic powder, everything bagel seasoning.

Ritz crackers– Nothing beats classic buttery Ritz crackers, but you can also use an off-brand or substitute a gluten free cracker if needed.
Ham– I used very thinly sliced deli ham, but you can use thicker ham as well. Just cut each piece into squares the size of the cracker. I recommend honey ham or black forest ham.
Cheese– We tested these with both Swiss cheese and cheddar cheese and loved them both. Provolone would also be a good option.
Butter– I prefer salted butter for these, but you can absolutely used unsalted. Just add some salt to taste.
Dijon mustard + Apple Cider Vinegar– This gives the sandwiches a delicious mustardy tang.
Honey– A touch of sweetness keeps everyone coming back for more!
Garlic powder– Always a good flavor booster.
Everything Bagel Seasoning– This mix of poppy seeds, dried onion, sesame seeds, dried garlic, and salt is the perfect pop of flavor, color, and texture on top of the sandwiches.

How to Make Ritz Cracker Sandwiches

Step 1: Assemble the sandwiches. Line up half the crackers on a baking sheet and top with a cheese square and slice of ham. Sandwich with the rest of the crackers.

Ritz cracker sandwiches brushed with butter and seasonings.

Step 2: Make the topping. Whisk together melted butter, dijon, apple cider vinegar, honey, and garlic powder. Brush on top of the crackers. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.

Baked ritz cracker sandwiches with ham and cheese.

Step 3: Bake. Bake the mixture at 350 degrees until the cheese is melty and the crackers are starting to brown.

Serving and Make-Ahead Instructions

For the best texture, I recommend baking the sandwiches as soon as they’re assembled.
The butter mixture can be whisked together up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the fridge. Just microwave it before pouring it on the crackers.
Ritz sandwiches taste amazing fresh from the oven, but are also quite good at room temperature.

Hand holding a ham and cheese cracker sandwich.

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