English Cucumber Tea Sandwiches for a Crowd
Ingredients
- 8 ozchive and onion cream cheese
softened
- 2 tbspmayonnaise
- ½ tspdried dill
or 2 tsp fresh dill
- 1 tbspfresh chopped chives
- 1 pinchlemon zest
- 1 tspfresh lemon juice
- ¼ tspgarlic powder
- 1 pinchkosher salt
- 1 pinchfresh cracked pepper
- 1english cucumber
thinly sliced
- 18slices white sandwich bread
1 loaf
Directions
Make the cream cheese filling
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the ingredients for the cream cheese filling. A hand mixer or stand mixer with paddle attachment are the easiest options for mixing.
Assemble the sandwiches
- 1
Working in batches, spread out 6 slices of bread on a clean surface. Spread ~1 tablespoon cream cheese filling on each slice of bread.
- 2
On 3 slices bread, layer 3 slices of English cucumber on the left half and 3 slices on the right half of bread. In other words, layer 6 slices cucumber on each of 3 slices of bread. See photos above to clarify.
- 3
Take the 3 slices of bread without cucumber and place, cream cheese side down, onto the cucumber layers to make the sandwich.
- 4
Slice off the crusts using a serrated bread knife. Slice each sandwich in half.
- 5
Store layered on large plates or platters wrapped with plastic wrap in the refrigerator until serving.
English Cucumber Tea Sandwiches for a Crowd
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About this Recipe
Planning an elegant gathering and need a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s both chic and easy to prepare? These English Cucumber Tea Sandwiches are your answer, bringing classic charm and refreshing flavor to any large party with minimal effort.
What makes these classic finger sandwiches stand out for large parties? This recipe includes specific tips and tricks for effortlessly preparing them for 50 to 75 guests or more, ensuring each delicate bite is as fresh and flavorful as the last, blending creamy herbed goodness with crisp cucumber. It's a method designed for efficiency without sacrificing the delicate taste and beautiful presentation that defines a perfect tea sandwich.
Get ready for a delightful sensory experience. Each sandwich offers the irresistible combination of pillowy soft white bread, generously spread with a creamy, vibrant herbed cream cheese. This savory base, brightened by fresh chives, aromatic dill, and a subtle hint of lemon zest and juice, creates a luscious counterpoint to the satisfying crunch and cool freshness of thinly sliced English cucumber. Light yet incredibly flavorful, these sandwiches embody simple elegance, making them an ideal and refreshing bite for any sophisticated event.
While this classic combination is beloved, you have room for subtle tweaks. For the herbed cream cheese, feel free to adjust the proportions of fresh chives and dried dill, or even introduce other delicate herbs like parsley. When selecting bread, ensure it's a soft, thinly sliced variety, as its mild flavor is key to letting the fresh cucumber and rich cream cheese truly shine.
These exquisite finger sandwiches are perfectly suited for a variety of elegant occasions. They add a refined touch to DIY bridal showers, sophisticated wedding receptions, or charming baby shower parties, serving as an approachable yet impressive offering that guests will adore.