Description
Transport yourself to an elegant English tea party with these absolutely divine Classic Cucumber Sandwiches that epitomize refined simplicity! These delicate finger sandwiches feature paper-thin cucumber slices nestled in a luxurious herbed cream cheese spread that’s both creamy and refreshing. Perfect for afternoon tea, brunch gatherings, baby showers, or anytime you want to add a touch of sophistication to your table. With their cool, crisp texture and garden-fresh flavors, these timeless sandwiches prove that sometimes the most elegant dishes are also the simplest!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 loaf high-quality white bread (or bread of choice)
For Garnish (Optional):
- Extra fresh dill sprigs
- Fresh chive pieces
- Edible flowers for elegant presentation
Instructions
- Create Your Luxurious Spread: Using a hand mixer, beat softened cream cheese and mayonnaise in a small bowl until perfectly smooth and fluffy. This creates the most luscious, spreadable base for your sandwiches.
- Add Garden Fresh Flavor: Fold in the finely chopped dill, chives, and garlic powder, then season with salt and pepper to taste. This herbed mixture transforms simple cream cheese into something truly special!
- Prep Your Canvas: Remove crusts from bread slices for that classic tea sandwich look. Generously spread the herbed cream cheese mixture on one side of each bread slice, ensuring even coverage to every corner.
- Layer with Precision: Arrange paper-thin cucumber slices in a single, overlapping layer over half of the prepared bread slices. The key is uniform thickness for the perfect bite every time.
- Assemble Like a Pro: Top with remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down. Gently press to secure, then cut each sandwich into 3 elegant finger-sized pieces using a sharp knife.
- Present with Style: Arrange on a beautiful serving platter and garnish with extra herbs or edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately for the crispest texture, or cover and chill up to 24 hours for make-ahead convenience.
Notes
The secret to perfect cucumber sandwiches is all in the details! Use English cucumbers for their thin skin and fewer seeds, and slice them as thinly as possible for the most elegant texture. Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened for the smoothest spread. For the most refined presentation, use a ruler to ensure perfectly even cuts. These sandwiches are best served within 24 hours and should be kept covered and chilled. Perfect for afternoon tea parties, brunch buffets, or elegant entertaining!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: British-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tea sandwich
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: cucumber sandwiches, tea sandwiches, finger food, elegant appetizers, afternoon tea