Cucumber Herbed Cream Cheese (Print Version)

Soft bread filled with herbed cream cheese and crisp cucumber slices, ideal for light snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Herbed Cream Cheese

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Sandwich Assembly

08 - 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
09 - 12 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, dill, chives, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
02 - Lightly spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice to prevent moisture absorption and sogginess.
03 - Evenly distribute a generous layer of herbed cream cheese onto each bread slice.
04 - Arrange cucumber slices in a single layer over half of the prepared bread slices.
05 - Top with remaining bread slices, cream cheese side facing downward, to form complete sandwiches.
06 - Gently press sandwich pairs together and trim edges if necessary for uniform presentation.
07 - Cut each sandwich into halves or quarters as preferred. Serve immediately or cover with damp paper towel and refrigerate until service.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Simple and quick to prepare in just 15 minutes.
  • Light, refreshing flavors perfect for elegant brunches or tea parties.
  • A versatile vegetarian snack that can be easily customized.
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cracked black pepper over the cucumber before closing the sandwiches.
  • The optional layer of butter acts as a moisture barrier to keep the bread from getting soggy.
  • If making ahead, cover the sandwiches with a slightly damp paper towel to keep the bread soft.
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