Save to Pinterest A whimsical and festive sandwich stack shaped like a snowman—perfect for winter gatherings and a fun lunch for kids.
This recipe makes a delightful and engaging meal that my family loves making together during the holidays.
Ingredients
- Bread: 12 slices white sandwich bread
- Fillings: 4 tbsp cream cheese softened, 4 slices cheddar cheese, 4 slices cucumber, 4 slices tomato
- Decoration: 8 black olive slices for eyes and buttons, 4 baby carrots for noses, 4 small red bell pepper strips for scarves, 4 fresh parsley sprigs for hats or arms optional, 4 tbsp hummus or mayonnaise for spreading
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Use two round cookie cutters (one larger one smaller) to cut circles from bread slices. For each snowman cut two circles one large (body) one small (head).
- Step 2:
- Spread cream cheese on each bread circle.
- Step 3:
- Layer fillings Place a slice of cheddar cucumber and tomato between two bread circles for the body. Repeat for the head if desired.
- Step 4:
- Stack the small circle (head) above the large circle (body) on a plate securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Step 5:
- Decorate Use black olive slices for eyes and buttons a baby carrot slice for the nose and a red bell pepper strip for the scarf. Add parsley for hats or arms if desired.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Save to Pinterest This sandwich is always the highlight of our winter family lunches bringing smiles to the table.
Required Tools
Round cookie cutters two sizes Small knife Spreader or butter knife Toothpicks optional
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) dairy eggs if mayonnaise is used May contain Soy in bread depending on brand Always check labels for hidden allergens if using packaged ingredients
Nutritional Information
Calories 230 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 8 g per serving
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this creative sandwich stack as a delightful treat that kids and adults will love.
Recipe FAQs
- → What tools are needed to shape the sandwich?
Use two round cookie cutters in different sizes to cut bread circles for the snowman's body and head, plus a small knife to slice fillings if needed.
- → Can I make this sandwich dairy-free?
Yes, swap cream cheese for hummus to keep it dairy-free while maintaining creamy texture and flavor.
- → How do I keep the sandwich stack stable?
Secure sandwich layers and stacks with toothpicks if needed to hold the snowman shape firmly together.
- → What alternatives can be used for decorations?
Black olive slices serve as eyes and buttons, baby carrot slices as noses, and red bell pepper strips as scarves; parsley adds a decorative touch like hats or arms.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Cover the sandwich stacks and refrigerate promptly to maintain freshness and flavor until ready to serve.