Afternoon tea usually often involves scones, cakes, sandwiches and some traditional teas. Here we share several different sandwich ideas that will add a touch of class to your afternoon tea plans.
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1. Cucumber
For this classic, simple sandwich, spread a thin layer of butter on soft white bread. Add thinly sliced cucumber. Top with another slice of bread and cut into small, neat squares.
2. Egg and Cress
Mash up hard-boiled eggs with mayonnaise, a little pinch of mustard, and a dash of salt and pepper. Spread the mixture onto soft white or wholemeal bread. Add a few leaves of fresh cress for an extra peppery taste, then slice into small triangles.
3. Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese
Another classic afternoon tea sandwich. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on rye or wholemeal bread. Layer with thin slices of smoked salmon and maybe a squeeze of lemon juice. Add a few fresh dill sprigs, then place the second slice of bread on top and cut into triangles.
4. Ham and Mustard
Spread a layer of Dijon mustard on white bread, then add thin slices of pre-cooked ham. Top with a few leaves of fresh lettuce.
5. Chicken Salad
Combine cooked, shredded chicken with mayonnaise, a teaspoon of mustard, and finely chopped celery. Spread the mixture on soft bread, adding a bit of salt and pepper to taste. Cut into triangle shapes.
6. Cheese and Chutney
Spread a thin layer of chutney on soft white or wholemeal bread. Add thin slices of your favourite cheese, like cheddar or brie. Close the sandwich and slice.
7. Tuna and Sweetcorn
A very easy sandwich made by mixing tinned tuna with a bit of mayonnaise and sweetcorn. Spread the mixture onto white bread and top with another slice.