These southern 4-ingredient cucumber sandwiches are the kind of thing you make once for a baby shower and then get asked to bring to every gathering after that. They’re soft, cool, and a little bit fancy without being fussy, and no one ever guesses they only take four simple ingredients.
This version leans on classic Southern tea sandwich style: crustless white bread, a smooth cream cheese spread, and crisp, thinly sliced cucumbers layered in. They’re perfect for showers, graduations, or any afternoon where you want something pretty on a silver tray without spending all day in the kitchen.
Tray of cucumber tea sandwiches ready for a gathering
Tray of cucumber tea sandwiches ready for a gathering
Pile the finished cucumber sandwiches onto a silver tray or large platter and serve them slightly chilled. They go especially well alongside fresh fruit salad, deviled eggs, and a simple green salad. A pitcher of iced tea or lemonade (or both if you’re feeding a crowd) fits the mood perfectly.
If you’re hosting a shower or brunch, you can round things out with a small dessert tray—think cookies or bar desserts that guests can eat with their fingers just like the sandwiches.
Southern 4-Ingredient Cucumber Sandwiches
Servings: 24 triangle sandwiches
Ingredients
1 loaf soft white sandwich bread, thin-sliced if possible
8 oz plain cream cheese, softened
