Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with sides with tin foil.

Line the Ritz in an even layer on the baking sheet.

Place the butter and maple syrup on a small sauce pan and set over medium heat. Cook until the butter is melted and the mixture is bubbling, about 5 minutes. Pour the butter mixture over the Ritz. Fix any crackers that may have gotten pushed around back into an even layer.

Place in the oven and bake for 5-8 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle evenly with chocolate chips. Return the pan to the oven for 2-3 minutes, to soften the chips.

Use an offset spatula or butter knife to spread the chips into an even layer. Quickly sprinkle any of your desired topping on top of the melted chocolate. Let cool, and then refrigerate to harden completely. Break into pieces and eat!