English Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
Delightfully crisp and elegant, these English Cucumber Tea Sandwiches are a quintessential addition to any afternoon tea or garden party. Featuring thinly sliced English cucumber layered atop creamy, herb-infused cream cheese with a hint of zesty lemon, these delicate bites are served between soft, crustless white bread for a classic and refined presentation. Fresh dill and a touch of black pepper elevate the flavor profile with a light, aromatic touch. Simple to prepare in just 20 minutes, these finger sandwiches are perfect for entertaining or as a light snack. Serve them chilled on a decorative platter for a timeless, picture-perfect appetizer that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 225 grams Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 12 slices White bread
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the English cucumber thoroughly and peel it if desired. Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, slice the cucumber into thin, even rounds. Set the slices on a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, unsalted butter, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Lay out the slices of white bread on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto one side of each slice.
Step 4
Evenly layer cucumber slices over half of the bread slices. Slightly overlap the cucumber pieces to ensure full coverage.
Step 5
Top the cucumber-layered bread slices with the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, to form sandwiches.
Step 6
Using a sharp knife, gently trim the crusts from each sandwich for a clean, classic presentation.
Step 7
Cut each sandwich into four small triangles or rectangles, depending on your preference.
Step 8
Arrange the cucumber tea sandwiches on a serving platter and garnish with extra dill if desired. Serve immediately or cover lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (863.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1918.7 |
| Total Fat 113.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g | |
| Cholesterol 289.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3469.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 186.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.2g | |
| Protein 47.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 974.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1156.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories