Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

Healthy Fact of the Day

These mini sandwiches provide portion control naturally through their small size. Using whole grain crackers as an alternative can add fiber while maintaining the same convenient, handheld format.
Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches

Recipe by Daily Disher

Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches feature layers of ham, cheddar cheese, lettuce, mayonnaise, and mustard sandwiched between buttery Ritz crackers for perfect party bites.

Course: AppetizerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
5.0 from 1 vote
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 24 Ritz crackers

    • 6 slices ham

    • 6 slices cheddar cheese

    • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

    • 2 tablespoons mustard

    • 1 cup lettuce leaves

    Directions

    • Gather all your ingredients including the Ritz crackers, ham slices, cheddar cheese slices, mayonnaise, mustard, and lettuce.
    • Lay out 12 Ritz crackers on a large platter or serving board to form the base of your sandwiches.
    • Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on each cracker, ensuring an even coverage for added creaminess and flavor.
    • Place a slice of ham on each cracker, trimming the edges if necessary so the ham fits nicely on top of the cracker.
    • Cut the cheddar cheese slices into quarters, then place one piece on top of the ham layer on each cracker.
    • Add a small piece of lettuce on top of each cheese slice, ensuring it doesn’t overhang too much from the cracker.
    • Mix the mustard and remaining mayonnaise in a small bowl, then spread a thin layer on the lettuce leaves.
    • Top each sandwich with another Ritz cracker, pressing down gently to hold the layers together.
    • Arrange the sandwiches neatly on a serving platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    These Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines the buttery, flaky goodness of Ritz crackers with classic sandwich fillings in adorable, bite-sized portions. Layers of savory ham and sharp cheddar cheese get dressed with creamy mayo and tangy mustard, while crisp lettuce adds a refreshing crunch that balances all the rich flavors. They’re incredibly easy to assemble, require no cooking, and are perfect for parties, game days, or anytime you need finger foods that both kids and adults will love—plus, that iconic Ritz cracker texture makes every bite satisfyingly crunchy.

    5.0 from 1 vote

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