Four ways to fancy up Jatz Crackers

Summer entertaining for a crowd can be tough, especially when you want to serve something that feels a little special without spending hours in the kitchen. That’s where these quick and easy Jatz cracker canapés come in. With just a handful of ingredients, you can transform Arnott’s Jatz Original into impressive bite-sized appetisers that are perfect for sharing.

Whether you’re hosting a long lunch, heading to a summer barbecue or putting together a grazing board, these simple combinations make entertaining easy. From fresh crab with creamy mayonnaise to sweet mango and chilli salsa paired with prawns, there’s something for every taste.

The best part? These canapés require minimal preparation and can be assembled just before serving, making them an easy option when you’re entertaining a crowd. Simply prepare your toppings, grab a box of Jatz and assemble when your guests arrive.

Not feeling too adventurous? Stick to the classic – Jatz, cabanossi and cheese! Check out our range of savoury biscuits today.

Crab meat, mayonnaise and chives 

Fresh crab meat, creamy mayonnaise and fragrant chives make an elegant topping for the classic crunch of Jatz. This simple canapé is a great choice when you want to add a touch of sophistication to your entertaining spread without complicated preparation.

1 box Arnott’s Jatz 

140g Blue Swimmer crab meat 

¼ cup good quality mayonnaise 

½ bunch chives, finely chopped 

Method 

1. Combine crab meat and mayonnaise in a bowl.  

2. Spoon onto Jatz cracker.  

3. Sprinkle with chives. 

4. Serve. 

Prawn with mango and chilli salsa 

For a fresh and colourful canapé, pair juicy cooked prawns with a vibrant mango and chilli salsa. The sweetness of the mango and subtle heat of chilli complement the savoury flavour of Jatz for an easy appetiser with plenty of flavour.

½ box Arnott’s Jatz 

300gm cooked prawns, peeled 

½ fresh med mango, finely diced 

½ long red chili, finely diced 

Method 

1. Combine diced mango and chilli in a bowl.  

2. Place peeled prawn onto Jatz cracker.  

3. Spoon mango chilli salsa on top.  

4. Serve.  

Aged cheddar and pickled red onions

You can’t go wrong with the combination of creamy, crumbly cheddar and tangy pickled red onion. This is one of the easiest options in the lineup, making it ideal for a last-minute platter or when you want a canapé that requires virtually no cooking.

1 box Arnott’s Jatz

Crumbly cheddar cheese

Pickled red onions

Method

1. Place a generous wedge of cheddar cheese on to a Jatz cracker.

2. Top with pickled red onion.

3. Serve.

Cabanossi and cheddar cheese

Keep things classic with this easy combination of savoury cabanossi, cheddar cheese and Jatz. It’s quick to assemble, easy to serve and perfect for adding to a larger grazing board alongside your other favourite nibbles.

1 box Arnott’s Jatz

2-3 sticks cabanossi, sliced

Cheddar cheese, sliced

Method

1. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on to a Jatz cracker.

2. Top with slice of cabanossi.

3. Serve.

Easy Entertaining with Jatz

With simple ingredients and minimal preparation, these Jatz canapé ideas make entertaining easy. Serve one or all four as bite-sized appetisers, or add them to a grazing board with your favourite cheeses, cured meats and dips for a spread everyone can enjoy.