Barefoot Contessa Tea Sandwiches Recipe
Tea sandwiches always feel calm, cozy and classy. The Barefoot Contessa Tea Sandwiches Recipe brings that same charm to your table. These small sandwiches look simple, but they taste fresh and elegant.
Ingredients
- 12 slices white bread
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 small cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Mix the Cream
- Stir cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Bread
- Remove crusts from each bread slice using a sharp knife for clean edges.
Spread the Filling
- Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mix on each slice of soft white bread.
Add Cucumber Slices
- Place thin cucumber slices over the filling to cover the full bread surface gently.
Close the Sandwich
- Top with another bread slice and press softly to keep everything stable and neat.
Cut Neat Shapes
- Slice each sandwich into small squares or triangles using a clean sharp knife.
Serve Fresh
- Place sandwiches on a tray and serve them fresh for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use very soft white bread for a smooth bite.
- Slice cucumbers very thin for clean layers.
- Keep the filling mild and creamy.
- Chill the sandwiches for 10 minutes before cutting.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor boost.