Description
Elegant, dainty, and full of flavor — these Tea Party Cream Cheese Sandwiches are the perfect bite-sized delights for your next gathering! With five delicious flavor combinations, they’re a charming way to impress your guests with minimal effort and maximum taste.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients:
• 1 loaf soft white or wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional for smoother spread)
• Salt and pepper to taste
5 Flavor Ideas:
1. **Cucumber Dill:** 1 small cucumber (thinly sliced), 1 tbsp fresh dill, a pinch of salt.
2. **Smoked Salmon & Chive:** 3 oz smoked salmon, 1 tbsp chopped chives, squeeze of lemon juice.
3. **Strawberry & Mint:** 1/4 cup sliced strawberries, 1 tbsp chopped mint, drizzle of honey.
4. **Olive & Roasted Red Pepper:** 1/4 cup chopped black olives, 1/4 cup diced roasted red peppers.
5. **Herbed Garden Veggie:** 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley, 1 tbsp green onion, 1/4 cup shredded carrot.
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth and fluffy.
2. Divide mixture into 5 small bowls.
3. Add the ingredients for each flavor combination to separate bowls and mix well.
4. Spread each flavored cream cheese mixture evenly over sandwich bread slices.
5. Top with another slice of bread and press gently.
6. Cut sandwiches into small rectangles, triangles, or decorative shapes with cookie cutters.
7. Arrange on a platter and garnish with herbs or edible flowers for an elegant presentation.
Notes
Use very soft bread for easy cutting and delicate texture.
Chill sandwiches for 30 minutes before serving for cleaner edges.
Mix and match fillings for a colorful and flavorful tea spread.
Perfect for bridal showers, afternoon tea, brunches, or any elegant gathering!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: No-Cook, Assembly
- Cuisine: British-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwiches
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg