Ham and Cheese Ritz Cracker Melts are a quick, savory snack—crispy, buttery, and perfect for parties or a fast bite. 🧀🥓
🥨 Ingredients
- 1 sleeve Ritz Crackers
- 6–8 slices Ham, cut into small squares
- 6–8 slices Cheddar cheese (or Swiss), cut to fit crackers
- 2 tbsp Butter, melted
- Optional: a pinch of garlic powder or dried parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place Ritz crackers on a baking sheet.
- Top each cracker with a small piece of ham.
- Add a piece of cheese on top.
- Lightly brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle garlic powder if desired.
- Bake for 5–7 minutes, until the cheese melts and the edges turn slightly golden.
🌟 Optional Flavor Variations
- Sweet & Savory: Add a tiny drizzle of Honey before baking.
- Spicy: Sprinkle a little red pepper flakes.
- Mustard Kick: Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the cracker before adding ham.
✅ Serving Tip:
Serve warm as an appetizer, snack, or quick lunch with soup or salad.
If you’d like, I can also show you 3 viral Ritz cracker appetizers that only take 10 minutes (they’re extremely popular at parties). 🥨🧀
