The first sandwich can be traced back to the 1st century; they have stood the test of time, so no wonder that one rarely comes across a person who doesn’t like sandwiches. So much so that a peanut butter sandwich has become a part of our folklore. Sandwiches for kids are the easiest snacks to prepare. The best part is that they can be nutritious too.
Easy Sandwiches for Kids
These snacks are ideal for parties, one can make them quickly and you can be sure that everyone’s taste buds will be satisfied. Let’s take a look at some easy sandwiches for kids’ parties. Some of these are so easy that kids can help themselves in making these delicious sandwiches.
Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 cup – Cooked and diced chicken breast
- 1 cup – Sliced tomato
- 2 Tablespoons – Lime juice
- 1 cup – Mayonnaise
- 12 slices of bread
- Salt and Pepper to taste.
Preparation
Mix the chicken, mayonnaise, tomato and lime juice. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Butter the bread if desired and using a spoon, place the salad on the bread. Then, add a slice of cheese and a pinch of mustard if you want. Then cover the bread with another slice on the top. Slice the bread diagonally from the center to form a triangle. This recipe serves five people.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 cup – Peanut Butter
- 1 cup – Jelly
- 10 slices of bread
Preparation
Place 4 slices with peanut butter and four with jelly. Place one slice of peanut butter with one slice of jelly so that they stick together. This recipe serves six people.
Veggie Salad Wrap
Ingredients
- 1 cup – Hummus
- 2 – Sliced tomatoes
- 2 – Diced celery
- 1- Diced lettuce
- Some olives and salad dressing
- 6 tortillas
Preparation
Mix the tomatoes, celery, lettuce and any other vegetable you want to add. Put hummus on the tortillas, then place the salad into the tortillas. Add salt, pepper and salad dressing. Voila! your wrap is ready.
Healthy Sandwiches for Kids
Ever heard of finger sandwiches? No silly, they aren’t in the shape of fingers! Finger sandwiches for kids are nothing but sandwiches that are cut in different shapes, so that the kids can eat them comfortably. Let’s take a look at some healthy finger sandwich recipes by reading on.
Sliced Ham Mustard Sandwich with Cheese
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup – Shredded Cabbage
- 2 – Sliced tomatoes
- 1 Tablespoon – mustard
- 9 ounces – Cooked ham
- 4 Cheese slices
- 6 slices of bread
Preparation
To begin, butter the bread, then add some shredded cabbage, and after that, place the tomatoes on the bread. Put a slice of ham, then add mustard and the cheese slice, and cover it with another slice of bread. Cut diagonally to form two triangles and cut diagonally again so that you get 4 triangle shaped sandwiches. You are ready with some finger ham mustard sandwiches that serve around five hungry kids.
Tuna Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Butter
- 1 ½ cup – Tuna salad
- 1 Tablespoon – Mustard
- ½ cup – Diced tomatoes and cabbage
- ½ cup – Cream cheese
- 6 slices of sandwich bread.
Preparation
To begin with, put cream cheese on the inside of the bread. Mix the tuna and the diced tomatoes and cabbage. Add salt, pepper and mustard. Place the mixture inside bread. Cut into small pieces and munch away. This healthy snack recipe serves six to seven children. These are ideal sandwiches for picnics.
Egg and Chicken Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Butter
- 2 eggs – Boiled and chopped
- 1 Tablespoon – mustard
- ½ cup – Shredded cooked chicken
- ½ cup – Cream cheese
- 6 slices of sandwich bread.
Preparation
This is the most favorite egg salad sandwich recipe among kids. All you need to do is mix the egg and the chicken. Add some mustard to the mixture. Add a slice of cheese to the cream cheesed bread and you are good to go!
These sandwich recipes for kids are not only easy to make but healthy too. Sandwiches are the perfect evening snack and you can keep experimenting to make some interesting mouth-watering treats. Once you have found your signature sandwich and perfected it, trust me, you will be on your way to becoming the best mommy or daddy. So good luck and keep creating yummy sandwiches for kids.
You have found the perfect recipes you have been looking for. It’s time to start making them for your own dining pleasure and that of your family and friends.
The Author:
Sandy Wind
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