Pin A whimsical and hearty platter featuring playful, elephant-shaped sandwiches, perfect for childrens parties or circus-themed gatherings.
This recipe always brings joy to my family gatherings and is a hit with kids who love the elephant shapes!
Ingredients
- Bread and Fillings: 16 slices whole wheat sandwich bread, 8 slices turkey breast or vegetarian deli slices, 8 slices cheddar cheese, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- Vegetables and Decoration: 1 cucumber thinly sliced, 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced, 16 black olives (for eyes), 1 large carrot cut into thin sticks
- Optional Sides: 2 cups baby carrots, 2 cups grapes, 2 cups popcorn
Instructions
- Elephant-shaped bread:
- Using an elephant-shaped cookie cutter cut each slice of bread into elephant shapes (reserve scraps for breadcrumbs or croutons)
- Spread condiments:
- Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and mustard on half the bread slices
- Layer fillings:
- Layer turkey or vegetarian deli slices and cheddar cheese on top
- Add vegetables:
- Add cucumber and red bell pepper slices for crunch and color
- Form sandwiches:
- Top with remaining elephant-shaped bread slices to form sandwiches
- Create eyes:
- Place two olive halves on each sandwich for eyes use a dab of mayonnaise to adhere if needed
- Add trunk:
- Use a carrot stick to form a trunk for each elephant by gently pressing into the sandwich front
- Arrange:
- Arrange sandwiches on a large board or platter
- Fill space:
- Fill remaining space with baby carrots grapes and popcorn for a festive edible display
Pin My kids especially love helping to put the olive eyes and carrot trunks on the sandwiches which makes it a fun family activity
Required Tools
Elephant-shaped cookie cutter large serving board or platter small knife spreading knife
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (bread) dairy (cheese) eggs (mayonnaise) and possibly soy (deli slices) May contain traces of gluten and nuts depending on bread and deli choices Always check ingredient labels for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 220 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 10 g per serving
Pin This delightful elephant sandwich board is sure to impress any crowd and makes snack time enjoyable for all ages
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I make the elephant shapes?
Use an elephant-shaped cookie cutter to cut whole wheat bread slices into the desired shapes, ensuring even stamping for uniform sandwiches.
- → What fillings work best in these sandwiches?
Layer turkey or vegetarian deli slices with cheddar cheese, plus condiments like mayonnaise and mustard, to balance flavor and moisture.
- → How can I decorate the sandwiches to resemble elephants?
Place olive halves for eyes atop the sandwiches and use thin carrot sticks to create trunks by pressing them gently onto the front.
- → Are there vegetarian options for this platter?
Yes, substitute turkey with vegetarian deli slices or roasted vegetables and hummus for a satisfying meat-free alternative.
- → What sides complement this sandwich board?
Serve with baby carrots, grapes, and popcorn arranged around the sandwiches for added color, texture, and variety.
- → Any tips to keep sandwiches fresh for parties?
Prepare sandwiches shortly before serving and cover them lightly with a damp cloth to maintain softness and prevent drying.