Mothers Day Tea Sandwiches (Printable)

Delicate finger sandwiches layered with tangy lemon butter and fresh cucumber, ideal for elegant tea occasions.

# What You'll 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:

01 - In a small bowl, combine softened butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and powdered sugar. Mix until light and creamy.
02 - Lay out 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. Sprinkle with black pepper.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side down. Press gently to adhere.
05 - Using a sharp knife, trim off crusts, then cut each sandwich into 3 neat triangles.
06 - Arrange on a serving platter and cover with a lightly dampened towel until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The lemon butter tastes sophisticated but takes literally five minutes to whip together.
  • You can make these ahead and they actually taste better the next day as flavors meld.
  • They're naturally vegetarian and look absolutely stunning arranged on a pretty platter.
02 -
  • Softening your butter to room temperature is non-negotiable—cold butter tears the bread and won't blend properly with the lemon, so plan ahead.
  • The lemon juice can break the emulsion if added all at once; add it gradually while stirring so your butter stays smooth and creamy instead of becoming grainy.
03 -
  • Invest in a good microplane zester—it makes lemon zest into gossamer threads that distribute evenly through the butter instead of chunky bits.
  • Keep your knife sharp and dip it in hot water between cuts, wiping with a clean cloth, and you'll get clean edges that look professionally done.
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