Description

Gouda Cheese Tea Sandwiches offer a delightful combination of rich flavor and elegant presentation, making them the perfect addition to any gathering or a simple afternoon snack. Featuring creamy aged Gouda cheese nestled between soft slices of bread, these sandwiches are enhanced with fresh herbs and crisp cucumber for a refreshing crunch. Quick and easy to prepare, you can whip up this exquisite treat in under 30 minutes, allowing you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether it’s for a tea party, casual get-together, or a savory snack at home, these versatile sandwiches can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Pair them with your preferred beverage for an irresistible experience that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

Aged Gouda cheese
Soft white or whole grain bread
Unsalted butter
Fresh cucumber
Fresh herbs (such as dill or chives)

Instructions

Trim the crusts off the bread and cut into uniform squares or triangles.
Soften unsalted butter at room temperature and whip until creamy; incorporate herbs if desired.
Spread the whipped butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
Layer thin slices of aged Gouda cheese on half of the buttered slices.
Add thin cucumber slices on top of the cheese.
Close the sandwich with another buttered slice of bread, then cut into desired shapes.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Chill assembled sandwiches briefly before slicing to maintain clean edges.
Feel free to experiment with additional fillings like roasted peppers or sprouts for extra texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich (45g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: - Use high-quality ingredients for optimal flavor.- Chill assembled sandwiches briefly before slicing to maintain clean edges.- Experiment with additional fillings like roasted peppers or sprouts for extra texture.