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Cheesy Ritz Bits


  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

An easy and addictive snack made with Ritz crackers and molten sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for parties or game day.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 24 Ritz crackers (about 150 g)
  • 170 g (6 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
  • 30 g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
  • 10 g (1 tbsp) dry ranch seasoning mix
  • Optional: a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and ranch seasoning until smooth.
  3. Place 12 crackers on the prepared sheet, spaced evenly apart.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the 12 crackers, then drizzle or brush a thin layer of the butter-ranch mixture on top.
  5. Top with the remaining 12 crackers to form sandwiches and press lightly to compact.
  6. Bake for 5–8 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden brown.
  7. Cool briefly, then transfer to a serving plate and serve warm.

Notes

For variations, try different cheeses or seasoning mixes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 0.5g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0.1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg