These Sweet and Savory Snacks are great for entertaining those hungry house guests, or just as a little treat for yourself. Easy to make and even better to eat, you’ll love the fresh and simple flavors of this tasty snack!
Sometimes you just need a snack.
Whether those mid-day hunger pangs strike at work, you’re headed home from the gym, or it’s time to pick up the kids, food is often on our minds. Am I right?
I know it is for me, and that’s when I try to get creative in the kitchen…even with snacks!
Life can get crazy, but we all need a little deliciousness in our life. And that’s where RITZ Crackers and cream cheese comes into play. It’s so simple to create a sweet and savory snack using these two items. Whether you’re in the mood to entertain some party guests or just want a treat all to yourself, RITZ Crackers and some cream cheese will hit the spot!
After stopping at Jewel (my favorite local grocery store), I couldn’t wait to try out a few sweet and savory recipes to cure my grumbling stomach. And since I’m all about the easy recipes on Pumpkin ‘N Spice, you can bet that I was in the mood for something simple, fast, and delicious, without a lot of prep work!
First on my list came a savory snack cracker, Jalapeño Popper Toppers. A smear of cream cheese, mixed with some shredded Mexican cheese is spread on top of a RITZ Cracker and then topped with a jalapeño slice. Fresh, flavorful, and with a little kick. If you like things with a touch of heat, then you’ll love this snack topper!
Next came another savory creation: Veggie Bites. It has the same base as the Jalapeno Popper Topper, with cream cheese, shredded cheese, and a touch of garlic powder. I then sprinkled on some cauliflower, broccoli, and mixed peppers. Easy peasy and oh-so good! If you love veggies like I do, then this cracker is for you.
But, let’s face it, we all need a little something sweet in our lives too, right? That’s where these Strawberry Cheesecake Bites came into play. A dollop of cream cheese covers a RITZ Cracker, followed by a spoonful of strawberry pie filling. Simple, decadent, and the best little cheesecake bite in one!
And then there was my last sweet creation: Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bites. It’s almost the same as the strawberry version, but with blueberry jam spread on top and a touch of lemon zest. Fruity, fresh, and flavorful…what more could you ask for?
All four of these simple snack crackers took about 5 minutes to whip up. And that means you’re just minutes away from a sweet or savory treat to keep your stomach full and happy.
So what are you waiting for? Grab those ingredients and whip up these fun and oh-so easy snack crackers today!
Like what you see? Then be sure to head to your nearest Albertsons Companies store to save $1 on cream cheese (8 ounce or larger, selected varieties) when you buy 2 (two) boxes of RITZ Crackers (10.3 ounce or larger, selected varieties).
Sweet and Savory Snack Crackers
Ingredients
Veggie Bites
- 24 RITZ Crackers
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup diced raw broccoli
- ½ cup diced raw cauliflower
- ½ cup diced peppers red, yellow, green
Jalapeño Popper Topper
- 36 RITZ Crackers
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 3 jalapeño peppers each cut into 12 thin slices
RITZ Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
- 24 RITZ Crackers
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup strawberry pie filling
Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bites
- 24 RITZ Crackers
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup blueberry jam
- Zest of one lemon
Instructions
To make the Veggie Bites:
- In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheese, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Spread cream cheese mixture onto each cracker. Top with broccoli, cauliflower, and peppers.
To make the Jalapeño Popper Toppers:
- In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and shredded cheese. Mix well.
- Spread cream cheese mixture onto each cracker. Top with peppers.
To make the Strawberry Cheesecake Bites:
- Spread cream cheese onto each cracker. Top each cracker with pie filling.
To make Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bites:
- Spread cream cheese onto each cracker. Top each cracker with pie filling, followed by lemon zest.
- Top each cracker with pie filling, followed by lemon zest.
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