Cucumber And Cream Cheese Sandwiches

A refreshing twist on the classic sandwich, these cucumber and cream cheese delights are perfect for a summer picnic or light lunch. Softened cream cheese, crispy cucumber, and fresh dill come together in harmony, all wrapped up in soft white bread – a simple yet satisfying treat that’s sure to please.

Ready Time

20 mins

Yields

6 servings

Ingredients

6 slices of white bread,
12 ounces cream cheese, softened,
1 large cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced,
1/4 teaspoon salt,
1/8 teaspoon black pepper,
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened,
6 lettuce leaves,
6 sprigs of fresh dill

Instructions

Start by preparing your cream cheese mixture – in a medium-sized bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a fork until it’s smooth. Add the salt and black pepper, and mix until well combined.

Next, lay out the slices of white bread on a clean, flat surface.

Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each slice, leaving about a 1/2 inch border around the edges. Now it’s time to add the cucumber – place 2-3 slices of cucumber on top of the cream cheese layer, making sure to leave a small gap between each slice.

Spread a small amount of butter onto the top slice of bread, then place it on top of the cucumber to create a sandwich.

Repeat this process with the remaining bread slices and filling ingredients. To finish, place a lettuce leaf and a sprig of fresh dill on top of each sandwich, and serve immediately.

You should end up with 6 beautiful and delicious cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches!

Notes

For the best results, make sure to use high-quality, fresh ingredients – it really makes a difference in the flavor and texture of these sandwiches. If you’re not a fan of white bread, feel free to substitute it with whole wheat or your favorite bread alternative.

Just keep in mind that the texture might be slightly different.

Don’t overmix the cream cheese mixture – you want it to be smooth, but still a bit chunky. This will help it hold its shape on the bread.

When assembling the sandwiches, be gentle when placing the cucumber slices on top of the cream cheese layer.

You don’t want to press down too hard and cause the bread to tear. If you’re planning to make these sandwiches ahead of time, hold off on adding the lettuce and dill until just before serving.

These ingredients are best added fresh to preserve their texture and flavor.

Consider using a mandoline to slice your cucumber thinly and evenly. This will help ensure that each bite has a good balance of flavors and textures.

These sandwiches are perfect for a light lunch, afternoon snack, or even a picnic.

Just be sure to pack them in an airtight container to keep them fresh!