Big Top Elephant Sandwich Board (Printable format)

Elephant-shaped sandwiches on a colorful board with turkey, cheese, and fresh veggies for party fun.

# List of ingredients:

→ Bread and Fillings

01 - 16 slices whole wheat sandwich bread
02 - 8 slices turkey breast or vegetarian deli slices
03 - 8 slices cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
05 - 2 tablespoons yellow mustard

→ Vegetables and Decoration

06 - 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
07 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
08 - 16 black olives, halved
09 - 1 large carrot, cut into thin sticks

→ Optional Sides

10 - 2 cups baby carrots
11 - 2 cups grapes
12 - 2 cups popcorn

# How to make it:

01 - Use an elephant-shaped cookie cutter to cut each slice of bread into elephant shapes. Reserve scraps for breadcrumbs or croutons.
02 - Evenly spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and yellow mustard on half of the bread shapes.
03 - Place turkey or vegetarian deli slices and cheddar cheese over the prepared bread slices.
04 - Layer thin slices of cucumber and red bell pepper on top of the cheese for added crunch and color.
05 - Cover fillings with remaining elephant-shaped bread slices to form complete sandwiches.
06 - Position two black olive halves on each sandwich to represent eyes, using a small dab of mayonnaise to adhere if necessary.
07 - Press a carrot stick gently into the front edge of each sandwich to simulate an elephant trunk.
08 - Place sandwiches on a large serving board or platter in an appealing layout.
09 - Fill remaining space with baby carrots, grapes, and popcorn to create a festive and edible display.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Whimsical and fun elephant shapes delight kids
  • Easy to assemble with party-ready presentation
02 -
  • Swap turkey for roasted vegetables or hummus for a vegetarian version
  • Use different colored cheeses or breads for a more vibrant board
03 -
  • Make sandwiches ahead and cover with a damp cloth to keep fresh
  • Press carrot sticks firmly but gently to avoid sandwich breaking
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