Description
Delicate cucumber and herb cream cheese sandwiches made with soft white bread, crisp English cucumber, and a fresh blend of dill, parsley, and chives. Light, creamy, and perfect for tea time, brunch, or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, dill, parsley, chives, salt, and black pepper until smooth and evenly combined.
- Lay the bread slices flat and trim off the crusts for a clean finish.
- Spread an even layer of the herb cream cheese mixture over each slice of bread.
- Arrange a single layer of thin cucumber slices over half of the bread slices.
- Top with the remaining slices, cream cheese side down, and gently press to secure.
- Chill the assembled sandwiches in the refrigerator for 20 minutes for easier slicing.
- Slice into triangles or small rectangles and serve chilled.
Notes
- Pat cucumber slices dry before assembling to prevent soggy bread.
- Use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts for neat edges.
- Best served the same day for optimal freshness and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwiches
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cucumber tea sandwiches, herb cream cheese sandwiches, afternoon tea sandwiches, easy party sandwiches, no cook appetizers