School lunch doesn’t have to be boring this Two-Tone Sandwich is the easiest way to make lunch feel fun without extra work. You simply cut a shape from white bread and whole wheat bread, then swap the pieces to create an adorable “two-color” design that kids actually get excited to eat. The best part? You can fill it with anything: hummus and veggies, cream cheese and fruit, or seed butter and banana. It’s quick, customizable, and perfect for picky eaters and busy mornings. Save this for your favorite kids lunch ideas and easy school lunch recipes!
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Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 2
Ingredients List
- 2 slices white bread
- 2 slices whole wheat bread
- 4 tbsp spread of choice (hummus, nut butter, seed butter, whipped cream cheese)
- Toppings/fillings of choice (see ideas below)
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Cookie cutter (any shape)
- Butter knife or small spoon
- Cutting board
- Small knife (optional)
- Lunchbox (optional)
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Cut the shapes: Press your cookie cutter into 1 slice white and 1 slice whole wheat bread. Push out the cut-out shapes. 😊
- Spread the base slices: On the remaining full slice white and full slice wheat, spread your filling evenly (about 2 tbsp each).
- Swap the cut-outs: Take the white shape and place it into the hole of the whole wheat slice. Then place the wheat shape into the hole of the white slice.
- Build the sandwiches: Place each “two-tone” slice on top of a spread-covered full slice to form 2 sandwiches.
- Add toppings: Add bananas, berries, cucumbers, or anything you love. Press gently so it holds. ✨
- Serve or pack: Cut in half if needed and pack for school lunch!
Pro Tips
- Make it stick: Spreads like hummus or cream cheese help “glue” everything together.
- Keep it fresh: If packing, add juicy toppings (like strawberries) right before eating or pat them dry.
- Mix-and-match: Use different cutters for different days (stars, hearts, dinos).
- Nut-free option: Use seed butter or hummus.
Filling Ideas (Quick List)
- Hummus + cucumber + shredded carrots
- Whipped cream cheese + strawberries
- Seed butter + banana slices
- Deli meat + cheese (if you use deli meat)
- Olive tapenade + cream cheese
- Cucumber + cream cheese
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 sandwich | 185 | 8g | 28g | 5g | 4g | 3g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
Two-Tone Sandwich
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Using a cookie cutter, press a shape into one slice of whole wheat and one slice of white bread. Remove cut-outs.
- Spread filling on one full slice of white bread and one full slice of wheat bread.
- Swap the cut-outs: place the white shape into the wheat slice hole and the wheat shape into the white slice hole.
- Place each two-tone slice on top of the spread-covered full slices to make 2 sandwiches.
- Add toppings as desired, press gently, and serve or pack.
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Two-Tone Sandwiches are a quick, adorable way to upgrade school lunches—minimal effort, maximum smiles.