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Cucumber Sandwiches for Tea

There’s something timeless and elegant about **Cucumber Sandwiches**. A staple at afternoon tea parties, bridal showers, and garden gatherings, these dainty sandwiches are **light, refreshing, and incredibly simple to make**. With soft bread, crisp cucumbers, and a creamy, herbed spread, they bring a perfect balance of flavors and textures to any tea-time spread.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • #### **For the Sandwiches**
  • - 1 large English cucumber thinly sliced
  • - 8 slices soft white or whole wheat bread
  • - 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • #### **For the Cream Cheese Spread**
  • - 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • - 1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill)
  • - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Equipment

  • - Sharp knife or mandoline
  • - Cutting board
  • - Mixing bowl
  • - Butter knife or spatula

Method
 

  1. #### **Step 1: Prepare the Cucumber**
  2. Thinly slice the cucumber using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  3. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let sit for **5 minutes** to remove excess moisture.
  4. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  5. #### **Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Spread**
  6. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  7. #### **Step 3: Assemble the Sandwiches**
  8. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese mixture on each slice of bread.
  9. Arrange cucumber slices evenly over half of the slices.
  10. Top with the remaining bread slices and gently press down.
  11. #### **Step 4: Trim & Serve**
  12. Cut off crusts for a traditional tea sandwich look.
  13. Slice into triangles or rectangles.
  14. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to **2 hours** before serving.