When company's coming, the kids are on break from school or holiday parties are on tap, the demand for snacks, appetizers and treats can be high. With a box of saltine crackers and a few extra ingredients (which may already be in your pantry) you can make everyone's mouths happy without spending too much extra time in the kitchen.

Cracker Candy

Layer melty chocolate chips and a simple caramel sauce on top of saltines and garnish with your favorite salty, crunchy toppings for this addicting sweet treat. Wrap it up it in a mason jar for an easy gift or watch it disappear at your next party!

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Toffee Cracker Candy

Pizza Crackers

Cheese, tomato sauce and saltines are all you really need for this go-to snack. Make it an interactive app by inviting guests or kids to customize their pizza bites with their favorite toppings before popping them in the oven.

Get the Recipe: Pizza Cracker Appetizers

Fire Crackers

Want to kick the appetizer buffet up a notch? Try these spicy, savory crackers. Put the kids in charge of mixing the ingredients and flipping the container while you put up your feet for a bit. (Or tackle the rest of your unending to-do list.)

Get the Recipe: Fire Crackers for a Crowd