Description
Savory ham and Swiss cracker melts offer a delightful twist on classic comfort food. Crisp crackers topped with melted cheese and ham provide a quick, satisfying snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
- 12 slices Swiss cheese, cut into quarters
- 12 thin slices deli ham, cut into halves
- 24 buttery round crackers (like Ritz)
- ¼ cup (60 g) mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp honey (optional, for a sweet touch)
- Chopped parsley
- Poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless cooking and cleanup.
- Base Assembly: Arrange crackers in a precise single layer across the prepared baking sheet, creating a uniform foundation for the melts.
- Flavor Enhancement: Whisk Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and honey into a harmonious sauce, then delicately spread a thin layer over each cracker.
- Layering: Position a half slice of ham on each cracker, followed by a quarter slice of Swiss cheese, ensuring complete coverage and optimal melting potential.
- Baking: Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 6-8 minutes, watching for the cheese to become fully melted and achieve a golden-brown appearance.
- Finishing Touch: Remove from the oven and optionally garnish with chopped parsley or a light sprinkle of poppy seeds for added visual appeal and subtle flavor complexity.
- Serving: Present the ham and Swiss cracker melts immediately while they remain warm and at the peak of their appetizing glory.
Notes
Select High-Quality Ingredients: Choose fresh, flavorful ham and good-melting Swiss cheese to elevate the overall taste and texture of the cracker melts.
Manage Sauce Consistency: Whisk the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and honey carefully to create a smooth, balanced sauce that complements without overwhelming the other ingredients.
Control Oven Positioning: Place the baking sheet in the center of the oven to ensure uniform heat distribution and prevent uneven browning or burning of the crackers.
Customize for Dietary Needs: Substitute ingredients for gluten-free crackers, low-sodium ham, or dairy-free cheese alternatives to accommodate different dietary restrictions while maintaining the dish’s core flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg