Big Top Elephant Sandwich Board (Printable Format)

A fun sandwich board with elephant shapes, layered fillings, and fresh veggies arranged for a festive presentation.

# What's Needed:

→ 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 (for eyes)
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 bread slice into elephant shapes, reserving scraps for breadcrumbs or croutons.
02 - Evenly spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and yellow mustard on half of the elephant-shaped bread slices.
03 - Place turkey or vegetarian deli slices and cheddar cheese on top of the bread with condiments.
04 - Arrange cucumber and red bell pepper slices over the fillings for texture and color.
05 - Top with the remaining elephant-shaped bread slices to complete the sandwiches.
06 - Place two olive halves on each sandwich as eyes, securing with a small dab of mayonnaise if needed.
07 - Use a carrot stick to form an elephant trunk by gently pressing it into the front of each sandwich.
08 - Arrange sandwiches on a large serving board or platter in an appealing display.
09 - Fill remaining spaces on the platter with baby carrots, grapes, and popcorn to complete the presentation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Whimsical and playful presentation
  • Perfect for childrens parties and themed gatherings
02 -
  • Swap turkey for roasted vegetables or hummus for a vegetarian version
  • Use different colored cheeses or breads for a more vibrant board
03 -
  • Prepare the sandwiches just before serving to keep bread fresh
  • Use a dab of mayonnaise to securely stick the olive eyes in place
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