Buckingham Palace Garden Party Cucumber Sandwiches
Elevate your next gathering with the timeless elegance of Buckingham Palace Garden Party Cucumber Sandwiches—an ode to classic British tea traditions. These delicate finger sandwiches feature thinly sliced, perfectly salted cucumber layered on soft white bread, generously spread with a luxurious blend of cream cheese, unsalted butter, and fragrant fresh dill. A dash of white pepper adds a subtle kick, while precise preparation ensures the bread stays irresistibly soft and fresh. Trimmed into dainty, crustless shapes, these sandwiches are perfect for afternoon tea, bridal showers, or any soirée in need of a touch of royal sophistication. Ready in just 20 minutes, they can be served chilled for a delightfully refreshing bite, embodying grace and simplicity in every morsel.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices White bread
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Fresh dill
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground white pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and slice it thinly using a mandoline or a sharp knife to achieve uniform slices, about 1/8 inch thick.
Lay the cucumber slices on a paper towel and lightly sprinkle with salt to draw out excess moisture. Let sit for 10 minutes.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, unsalted butter, and fresh dill. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Lightly butter each slice of bread using the creamy mixture, ensuring an even layer to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
Pat the cucumber slices dry with a fresh paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
Arrange a layer of cucumber slices on half of the buttered bread slices, slightly overlapping the edges.
Sprinkle a tiny pinch of white pepper over the cucumber slices for a subtle hint of spice.
Place the other buttered slices of bread on top to form sandwiches.
Using a sharp knife, trim off the crusts from each sandwich to create neat edges.
Cut each sandwich into thirds or quarters, forming elegant rectangles or triangles as desired.
Serve immediately or chill the sandwiches in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for an extra-refreshing bite.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.0 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1840 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 573 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 660 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
