Train Track Sandwich Board (Printable Version)

Colorful sandwich platter with veggies arranged to resemble a playful train layout.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread & Sandwich Fillings

01 - 8 slices whole wheat or white sandwich bread
02 - 4 tablespoons cream cheese
03 - 4 tablespoons peanut butter or sunflower seed butter (nut-free alternative)
04 - 4 tablespoons strawberry jam
05 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
06 - 4 slices turkey or ham (optional)

→ Edible Train Tracks & Decorations

07 - 2 large celery stalks
08 - 1 cup pretzel sticks
09 - 16 round cucumber slices
10 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1 red bell pepper
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper
13 - 1 cup baby carrots

# Directions:

01 - Cut bread slices into rectangles and one larger piece for the engine using a cookie cutter or knife. Spread cream cheese and cucumber, peanut butter and jam, cheddar with turkey or ham, or other desired fillings on bread slices. Assemble sandwiches and press gently.
02 - Place celery stalks parallel on a large serving board to form rails. Lay pretzel sticks across the celery at intervals to create cross-ties.
03 - Position sandwich rectangles on the celery tracks as train cars. Attach cucumber rounds and cherry tomato halves as wheels using dabs of cream cheese as adhesive. Use bell pepper slices for engine details and windows.
04 - Arrange baby carrots, extra cucumber slices, and additional vegetables around the board for color and snacking.
05 - Present immediately, allowing kids to move their train cars along the tracks before eating.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creative and fun lunch idea for kids
  • Encourages healthy eating with vegetables
02 -
  • Substitute fillings to suit dietary restrictions (eg nut-free spreads, vegan cheese)
  • Use gluten-free bread if needed
03 -
  • Use cream cheese as adhesive for wheels to keep them in place
  • Customize sandwich fillings to suit tastes and dietary needs
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