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    Home » Appetizers

    Modified: May 11, 2025 · Published: Apr 29, 2016 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 11 Comments

    Southwestern Style RITZ

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    Are you looking for some new and fun ways to snack? Maybe you have guests coming over and you want to serve something simple that will please everyone. Or maybe you're just looking for party appetizer ideas that you can enjoy while spending quality time with your family. These Southwestern Style RITZ are an easy-to-prepare snack with a bit of a kick.

    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Safeway. The opinions and text are all mine.

    I was looking for simple snack ideas and found this 3 ingredient recipe for Southwestern Style RITZ. My guests loved them and demanded to know the recipe. AD #stackitup

    Of course, RITZ make a great snack on their own. I often pack some in my kids lunchbox each day. But there is so much more you can do with RITZ crackers. One of my favorite ways to enjoy them is to "Stack It Up" and enjoy a RITZwich. You can use RITZ to create easy snacks that you can enjoy any time of day or for simple snack ideas when entertaining.

    What's a RITZwich? A easy-to-make snack that lets you enjoy RITZ in lots of new ways and interesting flavor combinations. RITZwiches take hardly any time to put together and they use just a few ingredients. If you are looking for simple snack ideas, you must try this Cream Cheese & Mango Salsa RITZwich recipe. This recipe is especially delicious when made with Safeway's Signature Farms Fresh Made Mango Salsa.

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    Southwestern Style Ritz

    I like serving snacks with a bit of kick so I was so excited to make these Southwestern Style RITZ with ingredients I picked up at my local Safeway. Using just 3 ingredients, they seriously could not be easier. I love to make these for entertaining because they can be put together quickly and always have my guests asking for the recipe. All you need to make them is RITZ Crackers (I used the Limited Edition RITZ Ultimate Butter), cream cheese and diced tomatoes with green chiles.

    ingredients for southwestern ritz

    The base of the RITZwich will be a  RITZ cracker which you will top with ½ tablespoon of cream cheese and ½ tablespoon of diced tomatoes with green chilies.

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    You have a few options when it comes to serving these Southwestern Style Ritz. You can just top them with the cream cheese and tomatoes and serve.

    southwestern ritz

    Or you can top them with another RITZ cracker. I love this option because you get double the RITZ!

    southwestern ritz

    The possibilities to Stack It Up are endless when you pair RITZ with your favorite ingredients. What would you put on a RITZwich? Leave me a comment and let me know so I can give it a try.

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    FAQs For Southwestern Style RITZ

    Can I use a different kind of cracker?

    Yes, any sturdy cracker will work. Just make sure it holds up well to the toppings.

    Are these good for parties?

    Absolutely. They’re quick to make, easy to serve, and always a hit with both kids and adults.

    Can I prep these ahead of time?

    It’s best to assemble them right before serving so the crackers stay crisp. You can chop the toppings ahead to save time.

    📖 Recipe

    Simple Snack Ideas - Southwestern Style RITZ

    Vicky
    This is a simple snack idea with just 3 ingredients!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 251 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • Box of RITZ Crackers
    • Tub of cream cheese spread
    • Can of diced tomatoes with green chiles

    Instructions
     

    • Top RITZ cracker with ½ tablespoon of cream cheese and ½ tablespoon of diced tomatoes and green chiles.
    • Optional: top with a second RITZ cracker.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 448mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 311IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword Simple Snack Ideas
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Safeway. The opinions and text are all mine.

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    1. Eileen says

      May 02, 2016 at 9:28 pm

      5 stars
      Ritz have been a staple in my families diet forever love your recipe and adding it n to the regular roation

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        May 03, 2016 at 5:51 am

        Thanks Eileeen! We use RITZ for everything here.

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      • Vicky says

        May 03, 2016 at 6:15 am

        Thanks so much Eileen!

        Reply
    2. jill conyers says

      May 01, 2016 at 3:04 am

      This is such a creative way to make a tasty snack. I'd have to tweak it for myself to make if gluten free but my kids? They love Ritz.

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        May 03, 2016 at 6:14 am

        Jill, kids and RITZ just go together!

        Reply
    3. Amanda Love says

      April 30, 2016 at 11:34 pm

      I love Ritz crackers and I don't think I've ever seen that limited edition one. I will have to check for that at my supermarket. They sure are good for stacking!

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        May 03, 2016 at 6:14 am

        We were quite please with them Amanda. We did find ours at an endcap and not in the cracker aisle.

        Reply
    4. Julie @ Girl on the Move says

      April 30, 2016 at 8:57 pm

      Simple and easy? I'm in! These look absolutely delicious and like you could whip them up in no time!

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        May 03, 2016 at 6:13 am

        Those are my favorite kinds of recipes Julie!

        Reply
    5. Kim says

      April 29, 2016 at 6:33 pm

      These look really good! Cream cheese is my weakness. These will be a yummy snack this summer.

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        May 03, 2016 at 6:12 am

        These are perfect for summer Kim!

        Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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