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Creamy Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

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Creamy Cucumber Tea Sandwiches are delicate, refreshing bites perfect for afternoon tea or light gatherings. Thinly sliced cucumbers layered with a smooth, herbed cream cheese spread between soft bread make these sandwiches elegantly simple and delicious.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 small sandwiches
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 8 slices white or whole wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, dill, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  2. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture evenly over each slice of bread.
  3. Arrange cucumber slices evenly over half of the bread slices.
  4. Top with remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, to form sandwiches.
  5. Gently press sandwiches together and cut each into 4 small triangles or fingers.
  6. Chill in refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

  • Add thinly sliced radishes or smoked salmon for extra flavor and texture.
  • Use flavored cream cheese like garlic and herb or add horseradish for a subtle kick.
  • Substitute cream cheese with plant-based spread for dairy-free version.
  • Use soft white, whole wheat, rye, or pumpernickel bread as desired.
  • Use very thin cucumber slices, preferably with a mandoline, for best texture and appearance.
  • Prepare sandwiches a few hours ahead but avoid making too far in advance to keep bread fresh.
  • Chilling helps prevent bread from becoming soggy.
  • Use vegan cream cheese and mayonnaise for vegan option.

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