🧀🥪 Baked Cracker Sandwiches (Mediterranean-Style Twist)

These Baked Cracker Sandwiches are buttery, melty, crispy little bites made with layers of deli turkey, honey ham, and Swiss cheese tucked between crackers and baked until golden. They’re incredibly easy, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for gatherings, lunch trays, or snack boards.

This version keeps the original comfort-food feel but adds a light Mediterranean touch with olive oil, herbs, and a balanced butter glaze.

✔ Quick to prepare
✔ Perfect party appetizer
✔ Make-ahead friendly
✔ Kid-approved

📝 Description

Think of these as mini baked sliders — but made with crackers instead of rolls. The crackers crisp up in the oven, the cheese melts into the savory meats, and the buttery topping soaks in just enough to create that irresistible golden finish.

A touch of oregano and Dijon in the butter mixture gives them a subtle Mediterranean flavor boost without changing the classic taste everyone loves.

They’re salty, savory, crunchy, and completely addictive.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8 as appetizer)

2 sleeves Ritz crackers (regular size, about 60 crackers total)
½ lb deli turkey, thinly sliced
½ lb deli honey ham
¼ lb Swiss cheese slices (cut to fit crackers)
6 tbsp butter, melted
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional but recommended)
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp garlic powder
Pinch black pepper

Optional garnish:

Fresh parsley
Sesame seeds or poppy seeds

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Assemble the Sandwiches

Lay half of the crackers flat on the baking sheet.
Layer a small folded piece of turkey, then ham.
Add a slice of Swiss cheese cut to cracker size.
Top with another cracker to form a sandwich.

Step 3: Make the Butter Topping

In a small bowl, whisk together:

Melted butter
Olive oil
Dijon mustard
Oregano
Garlic powder
Black pepper

Step 4: Brush & Bake

Brush the tops generously with the butter mixture.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until cheese melts and tops turn lightly golden.
Cool 3–5 minutes before serving.

🌿 Mediterranean Upgrade Ideas

Add a thin slice of roasted red pepper
Swap Swiss for provolone or feta
Add a touch of chopped sun-dried tomatoes
Replace ham with grilled chicken for a lighter version

🥗 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

Fresh cucumber & tomato salad
Olives and hummus platter
Roasted vegetable tray
Lentil soup

Perfect for:
✔ Game nights
✔ Holiday trays
✔ Quick lunches
✔ After-school snacks

❓ Q & A

1️⃣ Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Brush with butter just before baking.

2️⃣ Can I freeze them?

It’s not ideal after baking (crackers soften), but you can freeze assembled unbaked sandwiches for up to 1 month.

3️⃣ Can I make them lighter?

Use reduced-fat cheese, turkey only (skip ham), and brush lightly instead of soaking with butter.

4️⃣ What other cheeses work well?

Provolone, mozzarella, Havarti, or sharp white cheddar.

5️⃣ How do I keep crackers from getting soggy?

Don’t overload with meat, and bake immediately after brushing.

6️⃣ Can I make them spicy?

Add crushed red pepper, hot honey, or a thin jalapeño slice.