Description

Creamy Strawberry Bliss: Summer Tea Sandwiches are a delightful and refreshing no-cook snack perfect for warm weather. These bite-sized sandwiches combine the sweetness of fresh strawberries with a luscious cream cheese, honey, and lemon zest spread, accented by fragrant mint leaves for a bright, summery flavor. Ideal for afternoon tea, light snacking, or picnics, they offer an elegant yet simple treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Strawberry Filling

1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
1 tablespoon honey

Cream Cheese Spread

8 oz cream cheese, softened

Assembly

12 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, honey, and fresh lemon zest. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy, ensuring the honey is fully incorporated for natural sweetness.
Add fresh mint: Gently fold the chopped fresh mint leaves into the cream cheese mixture, reserving a few leaves for garnish later. This adds a refreshing herbal note to the spread.
Assemble the sandwiches: Lay out the bread slices and evenly spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each slice. Be sure to cover the entire surface for balanced flavor in every bite.
Add strawberries: Arrange the thinly sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese spread on half of the bread slices. Then place the remaining slices on top to form sandwiches, pressing down gently to help them adhere.
Cut and garnish: Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into small bite-sized triangles or rectangles, perfect for serving at a tea party or casual gathering. If desired, lightly dust the tops with powdered sugar and garnish with the reserved mint leaves for an appealing presentation.
Serve: Serve the sandwiches immediately to enjoy their fresh taste, or chill briefly in the refrigerator before serving for a cool, refreshing snack.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a touch of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture for subtle warmth and depth.
Swap white bread for soft brioche or whole wheat bread to introduce interesting texture variations.
These sandwiches pair beautifully with chilled herbal teas or sparkling lemonade to complement their light, summery flavors.
Serve promptly to maintain the freshness and prevent the bread from becoming soggy.