Save A whimsical and hearty platter featuring playful, elephant-shaped sandwiches, perfect for childrens parties or circus-themed gatherings.
This platter always brings smiles to my family gatherings and is a hit with children of all ages.
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
- Step 1:
- Using an elephant-shaped cookie cutter cut each slice of bread into elephant shapes (reserve scraps for breadcrumbs or croutons)
- Step 2:
- Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and mustard on half the bread slices
- Step 3:
- Layer turkey or vegetarian deli slices and cheddar cheese on top
- Step 4:
- Add cucumber and red bell pepper slices for crunch and color
- Step 5:
- Top with remaining elephant-shaped bread slices to form sandwiches
- Step 6:
- Place two olive halves on each sandwich for eyes use a dab of mayonnaise to adhere if needed
- Step 7:
- Use a carrot stick to form a trunk for each elephant by gently pressing into the sandwich front
- Step 8:
- Arrange sandwiches on a large board or platter
- Step 9:
- Fill remaining space with baby carrots grapes and popcorn for a festive edible display
Save This recipe always creates joyous family moments and sparks creativity for themed parties.
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). Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 220, Total Fat: 8 g, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 10 g per serving
Save Enjoy this playful recipe that brings fun and flavor together for any occasion.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I create the elephant shapes?
Use an elephant-shaped cookie cutter to press into sandwich bread slices, cutting out playful shapes with ease.
- → What fillings work best with this platter?
Layer turkey or vegetarian deli slices with cheddar cheese, adding mayonnaise and mustard for flavor and moisture.
- → How can I decorate the sandwiches?
Use black olive halves for eyes and carrot sticks gently pressed as trunks to bring the elephant shapes to life.
- → What sides complement this sandwich board?
Baby carrots, grapes, and popcorn add texture, color, and festive appeal to the platter's presentation.
- → Can I adapt this for vegetarian guests?
Yes, swap turkey slices for vegetarian deli options or roasted vegetables to accommodate dietary preferences.