Description
These Dill Pickle & Cheese Ritz Bites are a delightful combination of savory cheddar cheese, tangy dill pickles, and buttery Ritz crackers. Perfect for a quick appetizer or snack, these bites are easy to assemble and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Ritz Bites:
- 24 Ritz crackers
- 6 slices of cheddar cheese, cut into 4 squares each
- 12 dill pickle chips (round slices)
Optional:
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Lay out the Ritz crackers: Place 12 Ritz crackers on a serving tray.
- Spread condiments: If desired, spread a small amount of mayonnaise and/or Dijon mustard on each cracker.
- Layer ingredients: Top each cracker with a square of cheddar cheese and a dill pickle chip.
- Form sandwiches: Place another Ritz cracker on top of each to create a sandwich.
- Secure and season: Gently press the sandwiches together and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chill briefly for a firmer texture.
Notes
- For a flavor twist, consider using spicy pickles or different cheese varieties like pepper jack or Swiss.
- These can be prepared up to an hour ahead, but they are best enjoyed on the same day for optimal crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
