Prince Charming Froggy Sandwich

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Create charming froggy-shaped sandwiches using soft bread cutouts filled with creamy cheese and cucumber. Decorate with grapes, peppercorns, and colorful veggies for eyes and cheeks. Perfect for easy, playful snacks that captivate kids and adults alike. Preparation involves mixing a smooth filling, cutting bread with a round cutter, assembling, and decorating with fresh produce for a fun presentation. Serve immediately or chill briefly before enjoying at parties or picnics.

Updated on Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:04:00 GMT
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Whimsical frog-shaped sandwiches that delight kids and adults alike, perfect for parties, lunches, or picnics.

This recipe always brings smiles at our family gatherings especially with the cute frog faces.

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

Mix Filling:
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Cut Frog Faces:
Using a large round cookie cutter (about 8 cm / 3 inch), cut frog faces from each bread slice.
Assemble Sandwiches:
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.
Attach Eyes:
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.
Add Decoration:
Arrange cherry tomato halves or radish slices as cheeks. Use small strips of red bell pepper or carrot to create smiling mouths.
Serve:
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
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These sandwiches are always a hit with my kids who love helping decorate their 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

Calories: 140, Total Fat: 5 g, Carbohydrates: 19 g, Protein: 4 g per serving

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Enjoy making these delightful sandwiches that bring both creativity and tasty fun to your table.

Recipe Questions & Answers

β†’ What type of bread works best for the froggy cutouts?

Soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread works well, allowing clean cuts and easy shaping.

β†’ How do I create the frog eyes on the sandwiches?

Cut small slits at the top and insert green grapes or olives, attaching peppercorns or chocolate chips as pupils.

β†’ Can I substitute the filling ingredients?

Yes, options like egg salad, ham and cheese, or hummus work well as tasty alternatives.

β†’ What tools are needed for assembly?

A large round cookie cutter, sharp knife, spreading knife, and a small bowl are essential for shaping and filling.

β†’ How should I store the sandwiches before serving?

They can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 hours to maintain freshness and prevent sogginess.

β†’ Are there any allergen considerations?

Contains wheat and dairy; mayonnaise and other fillings may vary. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.

Prince Charming Froggy Sandwich

Whimsical frog-shaped sandwiches with creamy filling and fresh veggies for fun occasions.

Prep duration
20 min
0
Complete duration
20 min


Skill level Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Diet specifications Vegetarian

Components

Sandwich Base

01 16 slices soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread

Filling

01 5 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
04 Salt and black pepper, to taste

Decoration

01 16 large green grapes or pitted green olives (for eyes)
02 8 small cherry tomatoes, halved (for cheeks)
03 16 peppercorns or mini chocolate chips (for eye pupils)
04 8 small pieces red bell pepper or carrot (for mouth)
05 16 thin slices radish (optional, for cheeks)

Directions

Phase 01

Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, blend cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Phase 02

Cut Bread: Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut frog-shaped faces from each slice of bread.

Phase 03

Assemble Sandwiches: Spread cream cheese mixture evenly on half of the bread circles. Layer cucumber slices on top, then cover with remaining bread circles to form sandwiches.

Phase 04

Create Eyes: Cut two small slits at the top of each sandwich. Insert grape or olive halves into each slit, cut side down. Attach a peppercorn or mini chocolate chip to each eye with a dab of cream cheese.

Phase 05

Add Facial Features: Arrange cherry tomato halves or radish slices as cheeks. Use small strips of red bell pepper or carrot to form smiling mouths.

Phase 06

Chill or Serve: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Necessary tools

  • 3-inch round cookie cutter
  • Small sharp knife
  • Spreading knife
  • Small bowl

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and consult with healthcare professionals if you're uncertain.
  • Contains wheat (gluten) and dairy (cream cheese, mayonnaise). May contain egg depending on mayonnaise brand. Check ingredient labels carefully.

Nutrient content (each portion)

This data is offered as a general guide and isn't a substitute for professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 140
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Protein: 4 g