Baked Ritz Cracker Bites with Garlic Jalapeno Spread
Make these simple, savory bites using Ritz crackers topped with melted cheese and a homemade spicy garlic jalapeno spread. They are quick to prepare for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: About 30 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sleeve Ritz Crackers
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange the Ritz crackers in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, minced jalapeno, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Spoon about one teaspoon of the cheese mixture onto the center of each cracker.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese topping is melted and lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Notes
- For a smoother spread, let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing.
- If you prefer more heat, leave some seeds in the jalapeno.
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack for a milder flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 crackers
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 25