Can I make these sandwiches ahead of time?

You can prep the spread and cucumbers separately up to a day ahead, but assemble no more than 2 hours before serving. Trust me—nobody wants a soggy tea sandwich!

What's the best way to prevent sogginess?

Dry those cucumber slices like your sandwich depends on it (because it does!). Salt them lightly, pat dry with paper towels, and don't skimp on the cream cheese barrier between bread and cukes.

Which bread works best?

Soft white or whole wheat is classic, but choose what you love—just make sure it's fresh! Day-old bread dries out fast, and super-fresh bread can be too soft. I find sandwich bread with a tight crumb holds up best.

Can I use dried dill instead of fresh?

Please don't! Fresh dill makes all the difference here. If you must substitute, try 1 teaspoon dried, but the flavor won't be as bright. Better to skip it than use tired dried herbs.

How small should I cut the sandwiches?

Tea tradition says dainty triangles or rectangles—about two bites each. I aim for 1.5-inch wide fingers or triangles from crustless sandwiches. Perfect for nibbling while balancing a teacup!

5 Heavenly Creamy Cucumber Tea Sandwiches That Impress Every Time

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Light and refreshing cucumber tea sandwiches with a creamy spread, perfect for afternoon tea or a quick snack.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 sandwiches (8 halves) 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: British
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

8 slices of white or whole wheat bread
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Spread the mixture evenly on all slices of bread.
Layer cucumber slices on half of the bread slices.
Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
Trim crusts if desired and cut into triangles or rectangles.
Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat cucumber slices dry with paper towels to prevent soggy bread.
Add a pinch of garlic powder for extra flavor.
Best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich half
Calories: 120
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: cucumber sandwich, tea sandwich, creamy, easy, vegetarian

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