Craving a light, refreshing snack or a perfect tea-time treat? Look no further than these easy cucumber sandwiches! They’re incredibly simple to assemble, yet deliver a crisp, cool burst of flavor that’s utterly delightful. Get ready to whip up a batch of these timeless, elegant bites in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 8 slices white or wheat sandwich bread
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Fresh dill or chives, finely chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumber: Thinly slice the English cucumber. For best results and to prevent soggy sandwiches, you can lightly salt the cucumber slices and let them sit in a colander for 10-15 minutes, then pat them very dry with paper towels.
- Make the spread: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, softened butter, garlic powder (if using), onion powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the bread: Take two slices of bread. Evenly spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on one side of each slice.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Arrange a single layer of cucumber slices over the cream cheese spread on one slice of bread. Top with the second slice of bread, cream cheese side down.
- Trim and cut: Carefully trim the crusts from the assembled sandwich using a sharp knife. Cut the sandwich into halves (rectangles), quarters (triangles), or into small finger sandwiches.
- Repeat and serve: Continue with the remaining bread, spread, and cucumbers. Arrange on a platter, garnish with fresh dill or chives if desired, and serve immediately for the freshest taste. Enjoy your refreshing cucumber sandwiches!
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