Veggie Cream Cheese Finger Sandwiches Recipe
Delightful Veggie Cream Cheese Finger Sandwiches featuring a colorful blend of finely chopped fresh vegetables mixed into creamy, seasoned cream cheese. Perfect for tea parties or light snacks, these sandwiches are easy to make and visually appealing with their crisp baguette and vibrant veggie filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings (approx. 32 finger sandwiches) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetable Mixture
- 1 1/2 cups assorted vegetables, chopped (English cucumber, peeled carrots, bell pepper, watercress, baby spinach, red onion)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley or chopped fresh parsley or chives
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped horseradish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic (optional)
- 1 dash salt, or to taste
- 1 dash pepper, or to taste
Cream Cheese Base
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Bread
- 2 loaves white bread, such as buttermilk bread
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Assemble all ingredients needed for the veggie cream cheese finger sandwiches to ensure a smooth preparation process.
- Process Vegetables: Place some of the chopped vegetables into a food processor and pulse partially. Alternate adding more vegetables and herbs, pulsing gently each time to avoid jamming the processor until the mixture is finely diced.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Veggies: Transfer the processed vegetable and herb mixture into a bowl and combine with the softened cream cheese, stirring until evenly blended.
- Season Filling: Add salt and pepper to taste, as well as the optional horseradish and garlic if using, mixing thoroughly to infuse flavors.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the veggie cream cheese mixture evenly onto one slice of bread for every two slices.
- Construct and Cut: Place the second slice of bread on top, gently press, then cut off the crusts. Slice the sandwich diagonally twice to create 4 triangle-shaped finger sandwiches per 2 slices.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh and crisp vegetables for a crunchy texture.
- Softened cream cheese blends more easily with the vegetables and results in a smoother spread.
- Optional horseradish and garlic add a subtle kick; omit if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Use buttermilk or similar white bread for a soft, tender crumb that complements the creamy filling.
- These sandwiches are best served fresh to enjoy the crisp vegetables and soft bread.
Keywords: veggie cream cheese sandwiches, finger sandwiches, vegetarian snack, tea sandwiches, no cook, easy appetizer