Warm, buttery Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches pack all the savory goodness of classic Hawaiian roll sliders into bite-sized, crispy appetizers. Layered with thinly sliced deli ham and gooey Swiss cheese, they are finished with a rich, seasoned Dijon-poppyseed butter glaze that bakes up golden and fragrant.
Ingredients
- 48 Ritz crackers (about 1 ½ sleeves)
- ½ lb thin-sliced deli ham, cut into small 1.5-inch squares
- 6 slices Swiss cheese, quartered into small squares
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prep Equipment: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Lay 24 Ritz crackers flat on the baking sheet, top-side down. Fold a small piece of ham and one square of Swiss cheese onto each cracker, keeping everything within the edges. Top each with a second Ritz cracker, top-side up.
- Whisk Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and poppy seeds until fully blended.
- Glaze Top Crackers: Generously brush the top of each cracker sandwich with the butter mixture using a pastry brush.
- Bake & Serve: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is completely melted and the cracker tops turn a deep golden brown. Serve warm immediately.
Pro Tips for Success
- Fold the Meats: Fold the ham slices instead of laying them flat so they fit neatly inside the cracker boundary without hanging over and burning.
- Cheese Variations: Swap Swiss for Gruyère, sharp Cheddar, or Pepper Jack for a spicy kick.