Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

🧾 Ingredients

• 8–10 slices soft white bread (crusts removed)
• 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
• 200 g (about ¾ cup) cream cheese, softened
• 2–3 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt & black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the cucumber

• Slice cucumber very thin
• Pat dry with paper towel (important to avoid soggy sandwiches)

2. Make the spread

• In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth

3. Assemble

• Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on one slice of bread
• Arrange cucumber slices evenly on top
• Cover with another slice of bread

4. Trim & cut

• Remove crusts (if not already done)
• Cut into small squares, rectangles, or triangles

5. Chill (optional but recommended)

• Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm up before serving

💡 Tips

• Use fresh, soft bread for best texture
• Lightly butter the bread before adding filling to prevent sogginess
• Slice just before serving for neat edges

🍽️ Variations

• Add thinly sliced radishes for extra crunch
• Use garlic herb cream cheese for more flavor
• Add smoked salmon for a fancy twist