Classic Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
Delightfully light and refreshingly elegant, these Classic Cucumber Tea Sandwiches are a quintessential choice for afternoon tea or any sophisticated gathering. Featuring thinly sliced English cucumber nestled between layers of soft, crustless white bread and a creamy spread infused with fresh dill, a touch of lemon juice, and a hint of black pepper, these sandwiches are as flavorful as they are beautiful. Perfectly seasoned and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, they boast a visually stunning striped cucumber design and a crisp, delicate texture. Whether you're hosting a brunch, bridal shower, or tea party, these mini sandwiches offer a timeless charm and a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Serve fresh and garnish with extra dill for a polished presentation that’s sure to impress your guests.
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Ingredients
- 12 slices White bread
- 1 large English cucumber
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Begin by washing the English cucumber thoroughly. Using a vegetable peeler, partially peel the cucumber, leaving thin stripes of skin on for decorative effect.
Step 2
Cut the cucumber into thin slices, about 1/8 inch thick. Place the slices in a colander and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of salt to remove excess moisture. Allow the cucumbers to sit for 15 minutes.
Step 3
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream cheese, unsalted butter, fresh dill, remaining salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Step 4
Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto one side of each slice of white bread.
Step 5
Pat the cucumber slices dry with a paper towel. Arrange them in a single layer on half of the prepared bread slices.
Step 6
Top the cucumber layer with the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, to form a sandwich.
Step 7
Using a sharp knife, carefully trim off the crusts from all the sandwiches.
Step 8
Cut each sandwich into four equal triangles or rectangles, depending on your preference.
Step 9
Arrange the sandwiches neatly on a serving platter and garnish with extra dill if desired. Serve immediately for best results.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (867.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1925.7 |
| Total Fat 113.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g | |
| Cholesterol 291.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3476.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 186.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.3g | |
| Protein 47.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 980.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1171.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories