Mothers Day Tea Sandwiches (Printable)

Light finger sandwiches with creamy lemon butter and fresh cucumber, perfect for a refined tea gathering.

# What you need:

→ Lemon Butter

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 2 teaspoons powdered sugar

→ Sandwiches

06 - 12 slices soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
07 - 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
08 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes
09 - 1/4 cup fresh chives or dill, finely chopped
10 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to make it:

01 - In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and powdered sugar. Mix until light and creamy.
02 - Lay out the bread slices on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of lemon butter on each slice.
03 - Layer thinly sliced cucumber evenly on half of the bread slices. Add radishes and herbs as desired. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side down. Press gently to adhere the layers together.
05 - Using a sharp knife, trim off any remaining crusts, then cut each sandwich into 3 neat finger sandwiches or triangles.
06 - Arrange on a serving platter and cover with a lightly dampened towel until ready to serve.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Bright lemon butter adds a fresh and tangy flavor to classic tea sandwiches.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable with optional herbs and radishes.
  • Elegant finger sandwiches perfect for special occasions like Mothers Day.
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife to trim crusts cleanly and slice sandwiches neatly.
  • Cover sandwiches with a lightly dampened towel to keep bread soft and prevent drying out.
  • Prepare lemon butter ahead of time and refrigerate; bring to room temperature before spreading.
  • For extra freshness, add herbs right before serving to avoid wilting.
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