Horse Head Sandwich Cutouts

A playful and creative lunchbox treat featuring sandwiches cut into horse head shapes, perfect for kids and themed parties.

This sandwich idea has always brought smiles to my children's faces and makes lunchtime exciting.

Ingredients

• Sandwich Base: 8 slices soft whole wheat or white sandwich bread
• Filling: 4 tbsp cream cheese, softened, 4 slices mild cheddar cheese, 4 slices deli turkey or ham (optional or substitute with cucumber slices for vegetarian option)
• Decoration: 8 small black olives (for eyes and nostrils), 1 small carrot, julienned (for mane), 2 tbsp mayonnaise or butter (for spreading optional)

Instructions

Step 1:

Lay out the bread slices and lightly spread with mayonnaise or butter if desired.

Step 2:

Using a horse head-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 8 horse head shapes from the bread slices.

Step 3:

For each sandwich, layer one cutout with a slice of cheese and a slice of turkey or ham or cucumber. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on the inside of the top cutout.

Step 4:

Place the top bread cutout over the filling to assemble the sandwich.

Step 5:

Decorate each horse head with small pieces of black olive for eyes and nostrils, using a dab of cream cheese to adhere if needed.

Step 6:

Arrange julienned carrot strips along the neck or top of the head to resemble a mane.

Step 7:

Pack the sandwiches carefully into lunchboxes to maintain their shape.

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Letting kids help assemble and decorate their own horse heads makes lunch a fun family activity.

Notes

Serve with fresh fruit and veggie sticks for a balanced meal.

Required Tools

Horse head-shaped cookie cutter, small paring knife, spreader or butter knife.

Allergen Information

Contains wheat&gluten, dairy, and possibly soy depending on cheese or bread. May contain egg if using mayonnaise and meat if using deli turkey or ham. Always check ingredient labels for allergen safety.

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These sandwiches add creativity and fun to any lunchbox, making mealtime delightful for kids and parents alike.

Kitchen Q&A

→ What type of bread works best for the cutouts?

Soft whole wheat or white sandwich bread works best for easy cutting and maintaining shape.

→ Can I make these vegetarian or vegan?

Yes, substitute deli meat with cucumber slices and use plant-based cheese for vegan options.

→ How do I decorate the horse head shapes?

Use small black olives for eyes and nostrils, and julienned carrots to create a mane effect.

→ Is mayonnaise required in the preparation?

Mayonnaise or butter is optional for spreading on bread for added flavor and moisture.

→ How can kids participate in making these sandwiches?

Kids can help cut the bread shapes and decorate with olives and carrot strips for a fun activity.

→ What are suggested accompaniments for serving?

Serve alongside fresh fruit and veggie sticks for a balanced and colorful meal.