Description
These refreshing cucumber sandwiches feature delicate herb-infused cream cheese spread on soft white bread, perfect for an elegant tea party or light snack. Thinly sliced cucumber adds a crisp, cool texture that complements the creamy, aromatic filling, making this classic finger food both simple and delightful.
Ingredients
Scale
Herb Cream Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as dill and chives), finely chopped
Sandwiches
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced lengthwise
- 8 slices white bread or sandwich bread, preferably soft and fresh
Instructions
- Prepare Herb Cream Cheese: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with finely chopped fresh herbs until the mixture is well combined and fragrant, ensuring an even herb distribution.
- Spread Cream Cheese on Bread: Using a butter knife, spread an even layer of the herb cream cheese onto one side of each bread slice, covering the surface completely for balanced flavor.
- Add Cucumber Slices: Arrange thin cucumber slices evenly over half of the cream cheese–covered bread slices, making sure the cucumber covers the bread fully to add crispness in each bite.
- Form Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top of the cucumber-covered slices, cream cheese side down, and press gently to form neat sandwiches.
- Trim Crusts: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut off the crusts from each sandwich to create clean, even edges and enhance presentation.
- Cut into Serving Pieces: Cut each crustless sandwich into halves or quarters, based on your preference for serving size and presentation style.
- Serve: Arrange the cucumber sandwiches attractively on a serving platter and serve immediately to enjoy the freshest taste and texture.
Notes
- Use freshly chopped herbs for the best flavor and aroma.
- Softened cream cheese is easier to spread evenly; let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before mixing.
- For added flavor, sprinkle a little salt and pepper on the cucumber slices before assembling.
- These sandwiches are best served fresh; avoid making them too far in advance to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
- You can substitute white bread with whole wheat or gluten-free bread for dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: cucumber sandwiches, herb cream cheese, tea sandwich, finger food, light snack, easy sandwich
