Ritz crackers are a classic snack staple — buttery, crisp, and perfect with almost anything. Whether you want to use them as a snack, a topping, or part of a recipe, here are some easy ways to enjoy Ritz crackers and a few must-try recipes.
🟠 Classic Ways to Eat Ritz Crackers
✅ Simple snack
- Spread with cheese, peanut butter, or hummus
- Top with ham or turkey
- Add a slice of pickle or olive
✅ With soup
Ritz crackers are perfect for:
- tomato soup
- chicken noodle
- creamy mushroom
🧀 Ritz Cracker Recipe Ideas
1) Ritz Cracker Chicken (Crispy Baked Chicken)
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (crushed)
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- Salt & pepper
Directions
- Crush crackers into crumbs.
- Dip chicken in melted butter.
- Coat with cracker crumbs.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 min until cooked through.
2) Ritz Cracker Cheese Ball
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (for serving)
Directions
- Mix cream cheese + cheddar.
- Form into a ball.
- Roll in chopped nuts.
- Serve with Ritz crackers.
3) Ritz Cracker Crust Pie
Great for:
- cheesecake
- no-bake pies
Directions
- Crush crackers into fine crumbs.
- Mix with melted butter (1/3 cup per 2 cups crumbs).
- Press into a pie dish.
- Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
🍪 Sweet Ritz Treat
Ritz & Chocolate S’mores
- Spread Ritz with chocolate spread
- Add marshmallow fluff
- Top with another Ritz
- Chill and enjoy