Save Cute Bee Sandwich Cutouts Board Adorable bee-shaped sandwich bites arranged on a vibrant board, perfect for a playful picnic or childrens party. Fresh, colorful fruits and vegetables surround the sandwiches for a delightful, nutritious spread.
This fun and easy recipe has been a hit at family picnics and children’s parties, bringing smiles and healthy bites all around.
Ingredients
- Sandwiches: 12 slices soft sandwich bread (white or whole wheat) 6 tablespoons cream cheese or hummus 2 tablespoons honey (optional for sweet version) 1 small cucumber thinly sliced 1 small carrot thinly sliced 12 black olives pitted (for bee stripes and eyes) 12 chive stems (for antennae)
- Board Assembly: 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 cup baby carrots 1 cup grapes (green and red) 1 cup strawberries halved 1 cup mini pretzels 1/2 cup cubed cheese (optional) Fresh herbs for garnish (mint basil)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Using a bee-shaped or oval cookie cutter cut bee shapes from the sandwich bread slices.
- Step 2:
- Spread cream cheese or hummus evenly on half of the bread cutouts. Drizzle with honey if making a sweet version.
- Step 3:
- Layer thin slices of cucumber and carrot on top then cover each with a second bread cutout to form sandwiches.
- Step 4:
- Slice black olives into thin rings for bee stripes and small pieces for eyes. Arrange on top of sandwiches gently pressing into the spread.
- Step 5:
- Insert two short pieces of chive as antennae into each sandwich.
- Step 6:
- Arrange bee sandwiches on a large serving board.
- Step 7:
- Surround with cherry tomatoes baby carrots grapes strawberries mini pretzels cheese cubes and fresh herbs.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready for your picnic.
Save This recipe has created cherished moments sharing simple healthy fun with loved ones outdoors.
Notes
Try swapping in your favorite spreads or veggies for variety. Pair with lemonade fruit punch or a crisp white wine for adults.
Required Tools
Bee-shaped or oval cookie cutter Small knife Spreader or butter knife Large serving board or platter
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (bread) Dairy (cream cheese) Possible Nuts (check bread and spread labels) For allergies use gluten-free bread and dairy-free spreads as needed Always check ingredient labels.
Save These adorable bee sandwiches add charm and nutrition to any gathering effortlessly.
Cooking Questions
- → What bread works best for the bee sandwiches?
Soft sandwich bread, either white or whole wheat, works best for easy cutting and layering.
- → Can I make a vegan version of these sandwiches?
Yes, use plant-based cream cheese or hummus and omit honey to keep the spread vegan-friendly.
- → How do I create the bee stripes and eyes on the sandwiches?
Thinly sliced black olives are used for stripes and small olive pieces for eyes, gently pressed onto the spread.
- → What is the best way to assemble the bee antennae?
Insert two short chive stems into each sandwich to mimic cute bee antennae.
- → How should the sandwiches be served or stored before an event?
Arrange sandwiches on a large board with fruits and veggies and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until needed.
- → What sides complement these bee-shaped sandwiches?
Fresh cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, grapes, strawberries, mini pretzels, cheese cubes, and fresh herbs add color and nutrition.