Cucumber and Cream Cheese Tea Sandwiches
Transform your next tea party or afternoon gathering with these elegant Cucumber and Cream Cheese Tea Sandwiches—a timeless classic that combines simplicity with sophistication. Delicate slices of crisp cucumber are layered atop a creamy, herb-infused spread made with fresh dill, chives, and whipped cream cheese, all nestled between soft slices of white sandwich bread. A light smear of unsalted butter acts as a protective layer, keeping the bread fresh and the flavors vibrant. These sandwiches are perfect for making ahead, offering both convenience and charm, and their neatly trimmed edges and dainty size make them ideal for elegant entertaining. With just 15 minutes of prep and zero cooking required, this no-fuss recipe is a must-have for brunches, baby showers, or picnics.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices White sandwich bread
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, fresh dill, fresh chives, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the herbs are evenly incorporated into the cream cheese.
Peel the cucumber and slice it thinly into rounds. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Spread a thin, even layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread to prevent the sandwiches from becoming soggy.
On four slices of bread, spread an even layer of the herb cream cheese mixture over the buttered side.
Lay the cucumber slices over the cream cheese, slightly overlapping them to cover the entire surface.
Top the cucumber layer with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side facing the cucumbers, to form sandwiches.
Gently press the sandwiches together and trim off the crusts with a sharp knife for a neat appearance.
Cut each sandwich into quarters, either squares or triangles depending on your preference.
Serve immediately or cover with a damp paper towel and plastic wrap to keep fresh until serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.3 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.6 g | 193% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 2156 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 714 mg | 15% | |
*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.
