Mini Reuben Bites on Rye Crackers are a bite-sized twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, featuring corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian-style dressing baked on crisp rye crackers. Perfect for parties, game day, or easy crowd-pleasing appetizers.
Yields 24 Servings Servings Quarter (6 Servings) Half (12 Servings) Default (24 Servings) Double (48 Servings) Triple (72 Servings) Prep Time 15 minsCook Time 15 minsTotal Time 30 minsMakes 20–24 bites
For the Reuben Bites
24 rye crackers or rye crostini
6 oz corned beef, finely chopped
½ cup sauerkraut, well-drained and chopped
4 oz Swiss cheese, shredded or finely chopped
Fresh cracked black pepper (optional)
For the Dressing
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 ½ tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
½ tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp lemon juice or pickle juice
Optional Garnish
Chopped fresh parsley
Extra sauerkraut or caraway seeds for finishing
Preheat & Prep
Make the Dressing
2
In a small bowl, stir together mayo, ketchup, relish, Dijon, and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust for tang or sweetness.
Assemble the Bites
3
In a bowl, mix corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and 2–3 tablespoons of dressing.
Spoon a heaping teaspoon of mixture onto each cracker.
Finish with a crack of black pepper.
Bake
Pairing Suggestions
Tips & Notes
6
Drain the sauerkraut well to keep crackers crisp — press with paper towels if needed.
Swap the meat: Pastrami works beautifully for a smokier flavor.
No oven? Melt the cheese under a broiler for 2–3 minutes, watching closely.
Make ahead: Assemble bites up to 4 hours in advance and refrigerate; bake just before serving.
Ingredients Makes 20–24 bites
For the Reuben Bites
24 rye crackers or rye crostini
6 oz corned beef, finely chopped
½ cup sauerkraut, well-drained and chopped
4 oz Swiss cheese, shredded or finely chopped
Fresh cracked black pepper (optional)
For the Dressing
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 ½ tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
½ tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp lemon juice or pickle juice
Optional Garnish
Chopped fresh parsley
Extra sauerkraut or caraway seeds for finishing
Directions Preheat & Prep
Make the Dressing
2
In a small bowl, stir together mayo, ketchup, relish, Dijon, and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust for tang or sweetness.
Assemble the Bites
3
In a bowl, mix corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and 2–3 tablespoons of dressing.
Spoon a heaping teaspoon of mixture onto each cracker.
Finish with a crack of black pepper.
Bake
Pairing Suggestions
Tips & Notes
6
Drain the sauerkraut well to keep crackers crisp — press with paper towels if needed.
Swap the meat: Pastrami works beautifully for a smokier flavor.
No oven? Melt the cheese under a broiler for 2–3 minutes, watching closely.
Make ahead: Assemble bites up to 4 hours in advance and refrigerate; bake just before serving.
Mini Reuben Bites on Rye Crackers
