Transform lunchtime into a playful adventure with this adorable Sleeping Pickle Sandwich! Perfect for kids (and kids at heart!), this recipe features a fun hot ham, turkey, or bologna and cheese sandwich cleverly disguised as a sleepy pickle. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser inspired by a classic Better Homes and Gardens kids' snack (1985), this recipe is quick, easy, and packed with cheesy goodness.
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How to Make The Sleeping Pickle Sandwich
Gather all ingredients. Prepare the filling: Spread mayonnaise or mustard on one slice of bread.
Layer your choice of meat (ham, turkey, or bologna) and cheese slices on the mayonnaise/mustard-spread bread.
Top with another slice of bread. Cut the crusts off the sandwich.
Cut the sandwich in half diagonally. Then, cut each half into two to create four triangles.
Arrange the triangles to form the shape of a sleeping pickle. Use two pickle slices for 'eyes' and one for a 'mouth'.
Add carrot stick 'legs' and thin cucumber 'antennae' (optional).
Serve immediately and watch the smiles blossom!
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
48 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
21g
Carbs
5g
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How long does it take to make The Sleeping Pickle Sandwich?
The Sleeping Pickle Sandwich takes about 18 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 13 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in The Sleeping Pickle Sandwich?
The Sleeping Pickle Sandwich has approximately 188.4 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for The Sleeping Pickle Sandwich?
The key ingredients for The Sleeping Pickle Sandwich are Bread, Deli Ham, Dill Pickle, American Cheese, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.
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