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Fresh Benedictine Tea Sandwiches Easy Homemade Cucumber Cream Cheese Recipe

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A light and refreshing Southern classic tea sandwich featuring a creamy cucumber and cream cheese filling with fresh dill and green onion, perfect for tea time or light lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese (full-fat preferred, light or dairy-free versions work too)
  • 1 cup peeled and grated cucumber (English or Persian cucumbers recommended)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 8 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed (whole wheat or gluten-free bread can be used as alternatives)

Instructions

  1. Peel the cucumber and grate it finely using a box grater or food processor. You should get about 1 cup (approximately 120 grams) of grated cucumber.
  2. Place the grated cucumber in a fine mesh sieve or wrap it in cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much liquid as possible to prevent soggy sandwiches.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped green onion, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Fold in the drained cucumber gently but thoroughly to keep the mixture fluffy.
  4. Lay out the slices of sandwich bread and trim off the crusts. If the bread is thick, slice thinner for a daintier bite.
  5. Spread a generous layer of the cucumber cream cheese mixture evenly on 4 slices of bread. Top with the remaining slices and press lightly to adhere.
  6. Cut each sandwich into 3 or 4 finger-sized rectangles or traditional triangles, as preferred.
  7. Wrap the sandwiches in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and the bread soften slightly without becoming soggy.

Notes

Squeezing out excess moisture from the grated cucumber is essential to avoid soggy bread. Use softened cream cheese for a smooth, spreadable filling. Chill sandwiches for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture. Variations include swapping dill for tarragon or chives, adding cayenne pepper for heat, or using dairy-free cream cheese and vegan bread for a plant-based version.

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Keywords: Benedictine, tea sandwiches, cucumber cream cheese, Southern recipe, easy sandwiches, light lunch, finger food, fresh dill, green onion

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