Gingerbread Man Sandwiches Fun

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These playful sandwiches use soft whole wheat or white bread cut into gingerbread man shapes. Filled with a smooth cream cheese spread blended with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla, they offer a sweet and satisfying flavor. Thin apple and banana slices add freshness, while raisins or mini chocolate chips create fun facial decorations. Perfect for kids' lunches or festive occasions, these easy-to-make treats need no cooking and come together quickly.

Updated on Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:17:00 GMT
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Whimsical and fun sandwiches shaped like gingerbread men, perfect for kids lunches, parties, or festive occasions. Soft bread is filled with a sweet cream cheese spread and accented with fruit for a playful, delicious treat.

This has always been a hit at our family parties where kids enjoy making and eating their own creations.

Ingredients

  • Bread: 12 slices soft whole wheat or white sandwich bread
  • Cream Cheese Filling: 120 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened, 1 ½ tbsp honey, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Decorations: 1 small apple, thinly sliced, 1 small banana, sliced, 12–18 raisins or mini chocolate chips, 2 tbsp colored sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

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Step 1:
Using a gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutter, cut out shapes from each bread slice (yields 12 cutouts).
Step 2:
In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 3:
Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto 6 of the bread cutouts.
Step 4:
Layer with thin apple or banana slices as desired.
Step 5:
Top each with a second bread cutout to form a sandwich.
Step 6:
Decorate the sandwich faces with raisins, mini chocolate chips, or sprinkles to make eyes, buttons, and smiles. Lightly press decorations into the bread so they stay in place.
Step 7:
Serve immediately, or wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
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My family always gathers around the kitchen table making these sandwiches, sharing laughs and creativity.

Notes

Swap honey for maple syrup or agave for a different flavor. For a nutty twist, add a thin spread of nut butter beneath the cream cheese. Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free version. Pair with fresh fruit or a glass of milk for a balanced snack.

Required Tools

Gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutter, Mixing bowl, Spatula or butter knife, Small knife (for slicing fruit)

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cream cheese) and gluten (bread). For nut allergies, ensure all ingredients are nut-free. Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.

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A fun and easy way to delight kids and adults alike with festive sandwiches.

Gingerbread Man Sandwiches Fun

Creative sandwiches shaped like gingerbread men with sweet cream cheese and fruity accents.

Prep time
15 minutes
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Overall time
15 minutes
Recipe by Jack Henderson


Skill level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 6 Portions

Diet preferences Vegetarian-friendly

What You'll Need

Bread

01 12 slices soft whole wheat or white sandwich bread

Cream Cheese Filling

01 120 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened
02 1 ½ tbsp honey
03 ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
04 ½ tsp vanilla extract

Decorations

01 1 small apple, thinly sliced
02 1 small banana, sliced
03 12–18 raisins or mini chocolate chips
04 2 tbsp colored sprinkles (optional)

Directions

Step 01

Cut Bread Shapes: Cut shapes from each bread slice using a gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutter, yielding 12 cutouts.

Step 02

Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: Mix softened cream cheese, honey, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 03

Spread Filling: Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto 6 bread cutouts.

Step 04

Add Fruit Layers: Layer thin apple or banana slices as desired over the cream cheese spread.

Step 05

Form Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread cutouts on top to assemble sandwiches.

Step 06

Decorate Faces: Use raisins, mini chocolate chips, or sprinkles to create eyes, buttons, and smiles, pressing decorations lightly into the bread to secure.

Step 07

Serve or Store: Serve immediately or wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.

What You’ll Need

  • Gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutter
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula or butter knife
  • Small knife for slicing fruit

Allergy details

Review every ingredient for allergen risks and reach out to a healthcare provider if unsure.
  • Contains dairy (cream cheese) and gluten (bread). Check labels for nut allergens and ingredient sensitivities.

Nutrition info (per portion)

Use these nutrition details as a guide only—not a substitute for professional advice.
  • Calorie count: 165
  • Fat content: 5 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 25 grams
  • Proteins: 4 grams