Description
Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches made with cheese, deli meat, and mustard – quick, crowd-pleasing appetizers for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 48 ritz crackers (about 1½ boxes)
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) sour cream
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 oz (113g) thinly sliced deli ham, finely chopped
- 3 oz (85g) thinly sliced cheddar cheese, cut into small squares
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until completely smooth and fluffy. This creates the perfect spreadable base for your **Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches**. Take your time here—about 2 minutes of mixing achieves the ideal consistency. The mixture should be smooth enough to spread easily but firm enough to hold its shape when sandwiched between crackers.
- Step 2: Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, and black pepper to your cream cheese mixture. Fold in the finely chopped ham, mixing until everything is well incorporated. The seasoning amounts might seem small, but they pack the perfect flavor punch without overwhelming the delicate balance of these cracker sandwiches.
- Step 3: Lay out half of the Ritz crackers on your work surface, bottom side up (the flat side). This creates a stable base for building your **Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches**. Working methodically in rows makes the assembly process more efficient and ensures you don’t accidentally use too many base crackers.
- Step 4: Spread approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker base, creating a small mound in the center. For a professional presentation, use a small offset spatula or the back of a spoon to create a smooth, even layer reaching almost to the edges.
- Step 5: Top each cream cheese-covered cracker with a small piece of cheddar cheese, then sprinkle with a few bits of fresh chives and parsley for color and flavor. Press the remaining crackers gently on top, right side up, to create your **Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches**. Apply just enough pressure to secure the sandwiches without crushing the crackers.
- Step 6: Arrange your finished **Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches** in a single layer on a serving platter or in an airtight container if preparing ahead. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set slightly, creating that perfect party bite.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 120 calories
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg