Denver Omelet Bites made with RITZ Crackers

Portable, popable and shareable, these breakfast bites roll classic Denver omelet ingredients in a coating made of RITZ Crackers that let you extend the fun beyond the morning meal.

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Ingredients

4 servings, 3 pieces each

  • Omelet Bites

  • 2 oz. ham, 1/4-inch diced
  • 1 oz. green bell peppers, 1/4-inch diced
  • 1 oz. onions, 1/4-inch diced
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 6 Tbsp. liquid pasteurized eggs, divided
  • 1¾ oz. coarsely crushed RITZ Crackers
  • ¾ oz. shredded Cheddar cheese

  • RITZ Coating

  • ¼ oz. finely crushed RITZ Crackers
  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp. milk
  • ½ oz. coarsely crushed RITZ Crackers
NUTRITION FACTS

Nutrition per serving

Calories240 Total fat17 gSaturated fat4 gTrans fat0 gCholesterol40 mgSodium460 mgCarbohydrate15 gDietary fiber1 gProtein8 gVitamin A2 %DVVitamin C4 %DVCalcium6 %DVIron6 %DV
DIRECTIONS
Omelet Bites:  

Saute ham, peppers and onions in oil on medium heat 4 to 5 min. or until vegetables are soft. Add 3 Tbsp. liquid eggs; scramble to a soft texture. Transfer mixture to bowl. Refrigerate until chilled (40°F.)

Add remaining 3 Tbsp. liquid eggs, cracker crumbs and cheese to vegetable mixture. Fold gently until combined. Shape into 12 (1-oz.) balls.

RITZ Coating:  

Coat each omelet ball with fine cracker crumbs, dip in combined egg and milk, then in coarse cracker crumbs. Place on parchment paper-lined sheet pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.

For each serving:  

Cook 3 Omelet Bites in 375°F deep fryer 1-1/2 min. or until insides are firmly set and outsides are golden brown.

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