Princess Tiara Bento Box Lunch

Looking for an easy school lunch that’s fit for a little princess? This adorable princess-themed bento box is filled with familiar favorites while adding a little extra magic through fun shapes and colorful foods.

The star of this lunch is a pair of crown-shaped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, surrounded by juicy mandarin oranges, creamy pudding, cheese, and a small sweet treat. It’s an easy lunch that’s simple to prepare before school while still feeling special.

Crown-Shaped Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches

Today’s lunch features peanut butter and grape jelly sandwiches cut into princess tiaras.

Using themed cookie cutters is one of my favorite ways to make everyday lunches feel exciting. Kids often eat with their eyes first, and changing the shape of a familiar sandwich can make lunchtime much more fun.

One thing I discovered is that you can usually get two crowns from a single sandwich by placing the cookie cutter back-to-back, which helps reduce waste while maximizing your bread.

If your school is nut-free, simply swap the peanut butter for sunflower seed butter or another allergy-friendly spread.

Mandarin Oranges

Mandarin oranges are one of the easiest fruits to pack for school lunches.

Canned mandarin oranges are available year-round, making them a great option when fresh fruit isn’t in season. Be sure to drain off the juice before packing them into your bento box to help prevent leaks and soggy lunches.

Other great fruit options include:

Peaches
Pears
Pineapple
Mixed fruit
Fresh grapes

Creamy Pudding

A small serving of pudding adds a fun dessert that’s easy to portion into a leak-proof bento compartment.

Chocolate and vanilla are both family favorites, but you can also substitute:

Greek yogurt
Applesauce
Strawberry yogurt
Cottage cheese

Babybel Cheese

Mini Babybel cheese is one of my favorite lunchbox additions because it’s packed with protein and calcium while fitting perfectly inside a bento compartment.

Other cheese options include:

String cheese
Colby Jack cubes
Cheddar slices
Mozzarella pearls

Sweet Treat

To finish the lunch, I added a handful of colorful peanut M&M’s.

A small treat helps make lunch feel complete while still keeping the overall meal balanced.

Why We Love This Princess Lunch

This magical lunch is:

Quick to assemble
Perfect for princess-loving kids
Filled with familiar foods
Great for picky eaters
Easy to customize
Perfect for elementary school lunches

Sometimes all it takes is a fun cookie cutter to transform an ordinary lunch into something your child will be excited to open.

Princess Lunchbox Ideas

Want to make this lunch even more magical? Try adding:

✨ Crown-shaped sandwiches

✨ Pink yogurt

✨ Star-shaped cheese

✨ Strawberry slices

✨ Princess fruit snacks

✨ Rainbow sprinkles on yogurt

✨ Heart-shaped crackers

Frequently Asked Questions

What cookie cutters work best for school lunches?

Mini cookie cutters work best because they fit standard sandwich bread and create fun shapes like crowns, castles, butterflies, stars, and hearts.

Can I prepare this lunch the night before?

Yes! Assemble everything the night before and refrigerate until morning. Keep an ice pack in the lunchbox to maintain freshness.

What fruits work well in princess lunches?

Some colorful favorites include:

Mandarin oranges
Strawberries
Grapes
Kiwi
Raspberries
Blueberries

What bento box is best for kids?

Leak-resistant compartment-style lunch boxes are ideal because they separate foods, reduce messes, and make lunches look more appealing.

Below is a list of the tools I used to make today’s Bentgo Box –