Save Whimsical frog-shaped sandwiches that delight kids and adults alike, perfect for parties, lunches, or picnics.
This fun recipe has become a favorite at family gatherings bringing smiles every time I make it.
Ingredients
- Sandwich Base: 16 slices soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread
- Filling: 150 g (5 oz) cream cheese softened, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 small cucumber thinly sliced, Salt and pepper to taste
- Decoration: 16 large green grapes or pitted green olives for eyes, 8 small cherry tomatoes halved for cheeks, 16 peppercorns or mini chocolate chips for eye pupils, 8 small pieces of red bell pepper or carrot for mouth, 16 thin slices radish optional for cheeks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2:
- Using a large round cookie cutter (about 8 cm / 3 inch), cut frog faces from each bread slice.
- Step 3:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over half of the bread circles. Layer cucumber slices on top. Cover with the remaining bread circles to form sandwiches.
- Step 4:
- For the eyes, use a sharp knife to cut two small slits at the top of each sandwich. Insert a grape or olive half (cut side down) into each slit. Attach a peppercorn or mini chocolate chip to each eye using a little cream cheese as glue.
- Step 5:
- Arrange cherry tomato halves or radish slices as cheeks. Use small strips of red bell pepper or carrot to create smiling mouths.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Save This recipe brings back happy family moments especially when kids join in to help decorate the froggy faces.
Required Tools
Large round cookie cutter, Small sharp knife, Spreading knife, Small bowl
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), Dairy (cream cheese, mayonnaise - if using standard recipes check vegan options if needed). May contain Egg (mayonnaise) depending on brand. Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 140, Total Fat: 5 g, Carbohydrates: 19 g, Protein: 4 g
Save This recipe is easy and fun making it a perfect addition to any kid-friendly meal or party platter.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of bread works best for froggy cutouts?
Soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread works best as it holds shapes well and is easy to cut with a cookie cutter.
- → How can I create the frog eyes on the sandwiches?
Cut small slits on top of each sandwich and insert halved green grapes or olives. Attach tiny peppercorns or mini chocolate chips as pupils using cream cheese as adhesive.
- → Are there alternative fillings suitable for these sandwiches?
Yes, you can try egg salad, ham and cheese, hummus, or other spreads to suit taste preferences or dietary needs.
- → Can these sandwiches be prepared in advance?
They can be made ahead but are best served within 2 hours for freshness. Store covered in the refrigerator until serving.
- → How do I add decorative cheeks and mouths to the sandwiches?
Use halved cherry tomatoes or thin radish slices for cheeks, and small strips of red bell pepper or carrot for mouths to create playful expressions.