Cucumber Tea Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Spread
These cucumber tea sandwiches with cream cheese spread are perfect for elegant gatherings, offering a refreshing and delightful taste that's easy to prepare.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
- 1 Electric Mixer
- 1 Serving Platter
Ingredients
Sandwich Ingredients
- 16 slices of white or whole grain bread
- 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
Cream Cheese Spread
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Use an electric mixer to blend until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Arrange the slices of bread on a clean surface. For a neater presentation, trim the crusts off each slice.
- Spread a generous layer of cream cheese mixture on one side of each bread slice. Arrange cucumber slices evenly over half of the bread slices.
- Top the cucumber-layered slices with the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, to form sandwiches. Press gently to adhere.
- Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into quarters or desired shapes for serving.
- Arrange the sandwiches on a serving platter. Serve immediately or keep covered with a damp cloth until ready to serve.
Storage
- Place leftover sandwiches in an airtight container, lined with a damp paper towel, and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Customize with different herbs.
Ingredient Substitutions: Try adding smoked salmon or radishes.
How to Serve: Arrange on a tiered platter.
Storage & Freshness: Best served fresh; store in an airtight container.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare a few hours in advance to maintain freshness.
Ingredient Substitutions: Try adding smoked salmon or radishes.
How to Serve: Arrange on a tiered platter.
Storage & Freshness: Best served fresh; store in an airtight container.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare a few hours in advance to maintain freshness.