Train Track Sandwich Board (Printable)

Colorful lunch idea with assorted sandwiches styled as train cars on edible tracks for a fun mealtime.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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

# How To Make:

01 - Cut bread slices into rectangles and one larger shape using cookie cutters or a knife. Assemble assorted sandwiches by spreading cream cheese and cucumber, peanut butter and jam, cheddar with turkey or ham, or desired fillings. Press sandwiches gently to secure.
02 - Place celery stalks parallel on a large platter to form rails. Lay pretzel sticks across the celery at intervals as cross-ties.
03 - Position sandwich rectangles on the tracks as train cars. Attach cucumber rounds and cherry tomato halves as wheels using a small dab of cream cheese if needed. Decorate the engine with bell pepper slices for details and windows.
04 - Surround the board with baby carrots, extra cucumber slices, and additional vegetables for snacking and color.
05 - Serve immediately and encourage children to enjoy assembling and eating their train.

# Top Suggestions:

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  • Fun and visually appealing for children
  • Encourages healthy eating habits
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  • Substitute fillings to suit dietary restrictions (e.g. nut-free spreads, vegan cheese)
  • Use gluten-free bread if needed and supervise young children to avoid choking hazards
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  • You can customize the fillings to accommodate allergies or preferences
  • Use colorful veggies to make the train more visually appealing and nutritious
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