Best 2 Southern Tea Sandwiches Recipes

When it comes to Southern cuisine, tea sandwiches reign supreme. These delicate and flavorful treats are the perfect finger food for any occasion, from afternoon tea to baby showers to bridal luncheons. With their soft bread, creamy fillings, and dainty presentation, Southern tea sandwiches are sure to delight your guests.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHERN TEA SANDWICHES

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Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 30m

Yield 32 finger sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

One 8-ounce container whipped cream cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onions
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup mayonnaise, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
6 hard-boiled large eggs, peeled and chopped
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 loaf white bread (about 16 slices)
One 6-ounce package thinly sliced smoked salmon
1/2 lemon
1 Persian cucumber, sliced into 16 rounds about 1/4-inch thick

Steps:

For the onion cream cheese: Stir together the cream cheese, chives, green onions and garlic powder in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
For the egg and bacon salad: Stir together the mayonnaise, parsley, shallots, mustard, paprika, eggs and bacon in a medium bowl. Add more mayonnaise if you prefer a creamier egg salad. Season with salt and pepper.
For the sandwiches: Place 4 of the bread slices on a cutting board and spread each with about 3 tablespoons of the onion cream cheese in an even layer on one side. Top with a single layer of smoked salmon, squeeze some lemon juice over the salmon and then cover with a second slice of bread to form 4 sandwiches. Cut the crusts off. Slice each sandwich in half crosswise and then cut each half diagonally to create 4 triangle-shaped finger sandwiches. Place a cucumber round on top of each sandwich and arrange on a platter.
Place 4 of the bread slices on a cutting board and spread each with about 1/4 cup of the egg and bacon salad in an even layer on one side. Cover with a second slice of bread to form 4 sandwiches. Cut the crusts off. Slice each sandwich in half crosswise and then cut each half diagonally to create 4 triangle-shaped finger sandwiches. Arrange on a platter.

SOUTHERN TEA VEGETABLE SANDWICHES

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This was served at all wedding receptions, bridal showers, baby showers etc. at my mother's house. It is a great sandwich with cream cheese as its base and lots of grated vegetables. No one was allowed to get married without these at the wedding. From the big plastic bag of my mother's recipes.

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 carrots, finely grated
1 cucumber, finely grated
1 bell pepper, finely grated
1 stalk celery, finely grated
1 small onion, finely grated
mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 dash horseradish

Steps:

After grating all vegetables, drain and squeeze out all the liquid you can.
Mix with cream cheese.
Add seasonings and enough mayonnaise to spread.
Serve on white bread with the crust removed and sliced in quarters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.7, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 62.4, Sodium 490.7, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 5.5

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Make sure the bread is fresh and soft.
Spread the fillings evenly over the bread.
Cut the sandwiches into neat triangles or squares.
Serve the sandwiches immediately or wrap them tightly and refrigerate for later.

Conclusion:

Southern tea sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a tea sandwich that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing snack, be sure to try one of these classic Southern recipes.