Cucumber Sandwiches with Herb Cream Cheese
This recipe features delicate cucumber sandwiches made by layering thinly sliced cucumbers and herb-flavored cream cheese between slices of soft bread. The final product is a light, crisp sandwich with a creamy filling that has a fresh herb aroma, perfect for elegant tea parties or light brunches.
Equipment
- Small Knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing bowl
- Butter knife
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese softened for easy mixing
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as dill and chives) finely chopped
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced lengthwise
- 8 slices white bread or sandwich bread preferably soft and fresh
Instructions
- Mix the softened cream cheese with the finely chopped herbs in a small bowl until well combined and fragrant.
- Spread an even layer of the herb cream cheese mixture onto one side of each bread slice using a butter knife.
- Arrange thin slices of cucumber evenly over half of the bread slices, covering the cream cheese completely.
- Top each cucumber-covered bread slice with the remaining slices, cream cheese side down, pressing gently to sandwich everything together.
- Using a sharp knife, gently cut off the crusts from each sandwich to create neat, even edges.
- Cut the crust-free sandwiches into halves or quarters, depending on your preferred serving size for a delicate presentation.
- Arrange the cucumber sandwiches attractively on a serving platter, and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
