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Dilled Cream Cheese Cucumber Sandwiches Recipe

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  • Author: Lea
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 sandwiches (36 to 48 finger pieces)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These classic cucumber sandwiches are a refreshing and elegant finger food perfect for afternoon tea or light gatherings. Soft white bread is layered with a creamy, dill-spiced cream cheese spread and thinly sliced cucumber for a delicate and flavorful bite. Easy to assemble and chilled for a clean cut, they make for a delightful appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

For the Sandwiches

  • 12 slices white bread
  • 1 large English cucumber, peeled if desired and thinly sliced

For the Dilly Cream Cheese Spread

  • 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 green onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. Freeze the Bread: Lay the slices of bread out on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least one hour. Freezing ensures the bread is firm, which helps achieve clean edges when slicing the finished sandwiches.
  2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Spread: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, dried dill, garlic powder, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and sliced green onion. Whip the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and evenly mixed, making it easy to spread over the bread.
  3. Slice the Cucumber: Peel the cucumber if desired. Then, using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice the cucumber very thinly to ensure a tender bite and proper layering in the sandwiches.
  4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Remove two slices of bread at a time from the freezer. Evenly spread about 1.5 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture onto each slice, covering the surface edge to edge. Layer cucumber slices on one slice of bread, then top with the other slice with cream cheese side facing the cucumbers.
  5. Trim and Cut: Carefully slice off the crusts from each sandwich, then cut the sandwiches into halves or quarters depending on your serving preference. Four small pieces per sandwich work well for finger foods or party appetizers.
  6. Garnish and Serve: If there are any leftover cucumber slices, place them on top as a garnish. Serve the cucumber sandwiches within 1 to 2 hours of assembly for the best freshness and texture.

Notes

  • Freezing the bread before assembling helps prevent squishing and makes clean slicing easier.
  • Use an English cucumber for fewer seeds and a crisper texture compared to regular cucumbers.
  • Customize the spread by adding fresh herbs like chives or parsley for extra flavor.
  • These sandwiches are best enjoyed the same day to prevent bread from becoming soggy.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the white bread with gluten-free bread.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbylea.com/dilled-cream-cheese-cucumber-sandwiches-recipe/