Cute Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns

Check out how to make these delicious & adorable Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns. Fill them with your favorite ingredients. Perfect for the lunchbox!

Thank you to BJ’s Wholesale Club for sponsoring this post

Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns

Aren’t these adorable?

My girls saw these sandwich buns today and they loved them. In fact, they even helped me by painting their cute little features on the teddy bear’s faces.

This recipe is one of those fun end of summer projects that are great to do with kids. The idea is to make a big batch, freeze, and use one by one when school starts.

Who wouldn’t light up if they saw these Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns in their lunchboxes?

They are fairly easy to make and customizable.

The eyes can be made using black olives, sesame seeds, capers, edible markers, food gels, etc. It all depends on your child’s tastes.

Mixing mayo with food coloring works too!

The face is made with cheese.

My daughters requested some Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns, pretzels, carrots, cheese sticks, and apples in their lunch box for the first day of school. I am sure that will fill them up and give them plenty of energy.

I got all of my ingredients, including my favorite sandwich fillings, AND school supplies at BJ’s Wholesale Club

Why? Because it’s a one-stop shopping destination for everything you need at incredible prices. Usually 25% less expensive than the regular supermarket.

They have tons of organic products some from their exclusive brand Wellsley Farms (which I personally love).

To save more, BJ’s has a feature that allows you to add digital coupons directly onto your membership card, so there’s no need for clipping. Plus, they’re the only major warehouse club to accept manufacturers coupons in addition to their own!

AND, want to know my favorite part?

If you’re lazy like me BJ’s offers you a few options:

• Order online and pick up in the store
• Order through Instacart

BUT WAIT…. There’s more….

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It’s the gift that keeps on giving!

I hope you can try these delicious Cute Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns at home. If you do, please upload a pic on Instagram and tag me @Livingsweetmoments or use the hashtag #LivingSweet.

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Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns

Prep Time

12 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Proofing time

1 hr 30 mins

Total Time

27 mins

 

Check out how to make these delicious & adorable Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns. Fill them with your favorite ingredients. Perfect for the lunchbox!

Course: Breads

Cuisine: American

Keyword: breads, buns, hamburger buns, lunchbox snacks, sandwich bread

Servings: 10 buns

Calories: 332 kcal

Author: Tiffany bendayan

Ingredients

For Buns

• 4 1/2 cups Bread Flour
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1 packet Instant Yeast
• 1 Egg lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup Butter room temperature
• 1 1/2 cup Milk room temperature

Egg Wash

• 1 Egg lightly beaten

For Decoration

• 2-3 slices White Cheese
• 1 tablespoon Mayo
• Black Gel Food Coloring

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

1. In the bowl of the mixer add the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix until combined

2. Add the egg and the butter while the mixer is running on medium-low

3. Slowly add the milk 

4. Using the dough hook, mix on medium speed for 5-6 minutes or until dough becomes soft and elastic. You'll know the dough is ready when it cleans the sides of the bowl. You can also knead the dough manually on the kitchen counter
   

5. Remove dough from the mixer and place on a large bowl that's been greased with nonstick spray. Sprinkle some flour on top. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and proof in a warm area for 60 minutes

6. Place dough on kitchen counter and divide into 10 portions weighing 4 oz each (approx.) Divide the leftover dough into 10 mini balls (for the ears)

7. Roll each portion into a ball and place on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper 

8. Divide the mini balls in 2 and use a little water to "glue" the ears on each bun

9. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes

10. Preheat oven at 400 degrees F

11. Brush the buns with the egg wash 

12. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until browned 

13. Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack 

For Decoration

1. Using a small round cookie cutter, cut small cheese circles. Use mayo as glue to stick to the bear

2. Mix the mayo and coloring until desired color is achieved. Place mixture on a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Pipe the dots for the eyes, the nose and mouth

3. Slice the bun in 2 and fill with your favorite sandwich ingredients 

Recipe Notes

Buns can be frozen for 3 months. Ideally, wrap each one with plastic wrap and place them in a large zip top bag to freeze.

To thaw, simply remove bread from freezer, unwrap, and microwave in the "defrost" setting for 1-2 minutes. 

Nutrition Facts

Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns

Amount Per Serving (1 bear bun)

Calories 332 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Fat 10g15%

Saturated Fat 5g31%

Cholesterol 55mg18%

Sodium 579mg25%

Potassium 129mg4%

Carbohydrates 47g16%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 10g20%

Vitamin A 305IU6%

Calcium 96mg10%

Iron 0.7mg4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.