Ham Watercress and Mustardy Cream Cheese Tea Sandwich
Elevate your tea time with these delightful Ham Watercress and Mustardy Cream Cheese Tea Sandwiches! In just 15 minutes of prep, this recipe transforms simple sliced bread into elegant finger sandwiches brimming with flavor. A creamy spread made from tangy Dijon mustard, smooth cream cheese, and a hint of lemon juice pairs beautifully with savory ham and the peppery bite of fresh watercress. The bread is lightly buttered to prevent sogginess, ensuring the perfect bite every time. These sandwiches are ideal for afternoon tea gatherings, brunches, or as a light, sophisticated snack. Serve them cut into dainty squares or triangles for a classic presentation that’s as charming as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 slices Sliced sandwich bread
- 150 grams Cooked ham
- 50 grams Fresh watercress
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly incorporated. Set aside.
Trim the crusts off the sandwich bread slices to make clean and even edges.
Lightly spread a thin layer of softened butter onto one side of each bread slice. This prevents the bread from becoming soggy.
On four slices of bread (buttered side up), spread a generous layer of the mustardy cream cheese mixture.
Layer slices of ham evenly on top of the cream cheese mixture, ensuring full coverage.
Top the ham with a handful of fresh watercress leaves, spreading them evenly across the surface.
Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side down, to create sandwiches.
Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into four small squares or triangles, depending on your preference.
Arrange the tea sandwiches on a serving platter and enjoy immediately, or cover with a damp paper towel and plastic wrap to keep them fresh until serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.4 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.4 g | 217% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 4807 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 70.7 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 596 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1072 mg | 23% | |
*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.
