Are Ritz Crackers Vegan?
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Ritz crackers were invented by Austria-Hungary native Baptiste J. Fleischmann, who came to America in 1871. A few years after he arrived, Fleischmann founded the Fleischmann Yeast Company, which quickly became the largest yeast manufacturer in America.

In 1932, Fleischmann’s son, Otto, came up with the idea for Ritz crackers while trying to come up with a way to use up some leftover bread dough. The crackers were an instant hit, and within two years they were being sold nationwide.

What’s in Ritz Crackers?
Ritz crackers are made with wheat flour, palm and/or canola oil, salt, sugar, baking soda, and yeast. That’s it! No artificial flavors or preservatives here.

Just simple ingredients that come together to create a delicious snack. But what makes Ritz crackers so addictive? Is it the buttery flavor? The flaky texture? Let’s investigate.

Why Do People Love Ritz Crackers?
There are a few reasons why Ritz crackers have been such a popular snack for over 80 years. First of all, they’re incredibly versatile.

You can enjoy them on their own or use them as a base for any number of recipes (the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich comes to mind). Plus, their lightness makes them perfect for packing in a lunchbox or taking on a hike.

And last but not least, they just plain taste good! That signature buttery flavor is hard to resist – even for vegans.