Description
These classic British cucumber sandwiches are a light and refreshing appetizer, perfect for tea parties or casual gatherings. Cream cheese and mayonnaise are blended with fresh dill and garlic powder to create a flavorful spread, complemented by thinly sliced cucumbers layered between soft white bread. This no-cook recipe is simple, elegant, and can be made in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 loaf white sandwich bread, crusts removed
Spread
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Vegetables
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the spread: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill (if using), garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring a creamy and flavorful spread.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Lay out the slices of white sandwich bread on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture evenly on each slice, covering the entire surface.
- Add cucumber slices: Arrange the thinly sliced cucumber evenly over half of the bread slices that have been spread with the cream cheese mixture. This ensures each bite has a fresh and crunchy element.
- Form the sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, on top of the cucumber-covered slices to form sandwiches. Press gently to adhere the layers together without squashing the cucumber slices.
- Cut and serve: Cut each sandwich into quarters or halves, depending on your preference. Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to make slicing easier and presentation neater.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and omit the mayonnaise.
- Substitute fresh chives or mint for dill for a different flavor profile.
- Use a mandoline slicer to achieve uniformly thin cucumber slices for consistent texture.
- Chilling the assembled sandwiches before serving helps them hold together better when cut.
