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These sandwiches for kids have everything you need: quick to assemble, easy to pack, and made with fresh ingredients for a wholesome meal.
Sandwiches are a complete meal for kids and are so easy to pack! I’ll share with you delicious sandwich ideas for kids, how to make the most of leftovers, and all the packing tips for epic lunchboxes!
Sandwiches for Kids
When you don’t know what to put in the lunchbox, you can always make a sandwich stuffed with everything you love! And by using leftovers, you get a homemade, healthy, and budget-friendly lunch option!
Check out these tasty sandwich ideas that your kid will love:
Peanut Butter & Apple Crunch Sandwich
A sweet-salty combo for a perfect healthy lunch you can assemble in just 5 minutes!
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Strawberry Pancake Sandwich
A fun and delicious lunch idea with fresh berries, cream, and fluffy pancakes. Super easy and delicious!
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Classic Egg Salad Sandwich
A simple and satisfying meal that tastes great and adds lean protein to your kid’s diet.
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Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich
Heavenly creamy, packed with healthy fats and flavor. A terrific lunch both adults and kids are going to love!
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Turkey & Pepperoni Sandwich
Fresh tomato, crunchy lettuce, and deli cuts come together in this terrific sandwich. Flavors are out of this world!
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Turkey and Swiss Bagel Sandwich
The classic turkey and Swiss combination inside a delicious savory bagel makes this sandwich filling and tasty!
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Bologna and Cheese Sandwich
Make this bologna and cheese sandwich -with a few grown-up upgrades- and enjoy all the nostalgia of this classic meat for lunch.
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EPIC Turkey Sub Sandwich
The classic turkey sub made with cheese, lettuce, and tomato all inside a delicious bread makes this sandwich a filling and tasty lunch!
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Mini Waffle Sandwiches
Waffles for lunch are a great way to add more fruits to your kids’ lunches. Tastes like breakfast, and it’s simple to pack!
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Triple Decker Tomato & Cheese Sandwich
When you run out of deli cuts, you can still assemble this tasty sandwich made with fresh and simple ingredients.
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Mashed Chickpea Sandwich
This recipe turns a simple can of chickpeas into a healthy and tasty lunch filled with nutrition!
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Ham & Cheese Sub Sandwich
Who knew replacing sandwich bread with a hoagie roll could instantly turn everyday ham and cheese into something special?
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Healthy Turkey and Cheese Sandwich
The classic turkey and cheese sandwich pairs great with every fresh fruit and veggie you want to send for lunch!
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Wondering how to pack a sandwich for lunch without it getting soggy? Watch this quick video to learn all my tips in just 2 minutes!
Grilled Sandwiches for Kids
Melted cheese, toasty and buttery bread, and the best fillings ever! Kids will be eager to open their lunchboxes with these epic grilled sandwich ideas!
Chicken & Apple Grilled Sandwich
Take chicken leftovers to assemble this high-protein cheesy sandwich with some extra crunch from the apple!
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Hawaiian Grilled Cheese
A sweet and savory combination of smoked ham, pineapple, and melted cheese. Just 8 minutes and lunch is ready!
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Quick Pepperoni Sandwich
Cheese, tomato, and pepperoni: It tastes like pizza and looks like your next favorite lunch!
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Turkey Club Sandwich
This extra-tasty grilled sandwich is packed with protein and veggies. A complete and scrumptious meal you can assemble super quick!
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Taco Grilled Cheese
Taco leftovers become an epic lunch between two slices of melted cheese and buttery, toasted bread!
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Apple & Cheddar Grilled Cheese
A mouth-watering combination of cheese and apple. Every bite is better than the next!
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Philly Grilled Cheese
Crispy bread, melted cheese, tender steak, and grilled veggies. The best part: It’s made with leftovers!
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Classic Tuna Melt
With this easy recipe, that tuna can you probably have in your pantry becomes a super delicious lunch you’ll want to make on repeat!
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Grilled Cheese Dippers with Tomato Soup
The classic cheesy sandwich gets sliced into dippers to pair with soup for a fun and delicious meal.
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Grilled PBJ Sandwich
You won’t believe how incredible warm peanut butter and jelly tastes between 2 slices of buttery-crisp bread!
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Crustless Sandwiches for Kids
If the little ones prefer crustless bread, then these tasty recipes are a fun way to enjoy lunch while eating a nutritious meal.
Peanut Butter Nutella Sushi
Roll up this peanut butter Nutella sushi for a fun idea that tastes like Reese’s cups.
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Turkey & Cheese Sushi on a Stick
Because everything tastes better on a stick, even turkey & cheese “sushi”! It’s a creative way to serve the classic and easy to pack for lunch.
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Dinosaur Sandwich
Make lunchtime more exciting with these easy dinosaur sandwiches. A fun twist that kids will love!
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PB & J Uncrustables
Homemade uncrustables are super easy, healthy, and budget-friendly. And taste just as good!
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Pizza Uncrustables
Easy, cheesy, and with a delicious soft center, you can customize this lunch idea with your child’s favorite toppings.
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PB & J Roll-Ups
A fun way to eat the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich and just as easy to assemble!
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Blueberry Bread Sandwich
This sweet sandwich is a delightful treat to pack for snacktime.
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Hawaiian Ham & Cheese Sliders
A 5 minutes lunch made with ham, cheese, and pineapple for those little ones that love sweet-savory meals!
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Chicken, melted cheese, and a tangy, smoky sauce: Everything you love in the perfect gooey sandwich!
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25+ Sandwich Ideas for Kids
These sandwiches for kids have everything you need: quick to assemble, easy to pack, and made with fresh ingredients for a wholesome meal.
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Ingredients
Grilled PB&J
- 2 slices of sandwich bread
- 1 ½ tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 ½ tablespoons jelly, jam, or preserves
- Butter, for grilling
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Spread the peanut butter onto 1 slice of bread, followed by the jelly and the remaining slice of bread. If you are packing this in the lunchbox, make sure not to add too much jelly, or it will ooze out of the sandwich.
- Butter both sides of the sandwich and place it into the hot pan. Grill for 2 minutes before flipping and grilling for an additional 2 minutes or until the sandwich is golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the sandwich from heat and allow it to cool down to room temperature before packing it into a lunch container.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 sandwich | Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 377mg | Potassium: 237mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 3mg
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