Description
Creamy Cucumber Benedictine Tea Sandwiches are a refreshing combination of crunchy cucumbers and a velvety cream cheese spread, perfect for elevating any gathering. These delightful finger sandwiches are not only visually appealing with their vibrant green colors but also incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal choice for tea parties, brunches, or casual get-togethers. Experience the burst of flavor in every bite as you enjoy these sophisticated yet simple treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 medium English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 8 slices white bread
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in chopped dill.
- Using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice the cucumber into thin rounds (about 1/8-inch thick).
- Spread a generous layer of the creamy mixture on one slice of bread and layer several cucumber slices on top.
- Place another slice of bread on top and gently press down to seal.
- Cut each sandwich into quarters or triangles.
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate lemon zest into the cream cheese mixture. - Substitute cucumbers with radishes or add other herbs like chives for variation. - Serve chilled for optimal freshness.