Mothers Day Lemon Butter Sandwiches (Printable)

Delicate finger sandwiches with lemon butter, cucumber, and herbs, crafted for elegant teatime servings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Lemon Butter

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 2 teaspoons powdered sugar

→ Sandwiches

06 - 12 slices soft white or whole wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
07 - 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
08 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes, optional
09 - 1/4 cup fresh chives or dill, finely chopped, optional
10 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To:

01 - In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and powdered sugar. Mix until light and creamy.
02 - Lay out the bread slices on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of lemon butter on each slice.
03 - Layer thinly sliced cucumber evenly on half of the bread slices. Add radishes and herbs if using. Sprinkle with black pepper.
04 - Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side down. Press gently to adhere the layers together.
05 - Using a sharp knife, trim off any remaining crusts, then cut each sandwich into 3 neat finger sandwiches or triangles.
06 - Arrange on a serving platter and cover with a lightly dampened towel until ready to serve.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with no cooking required
  • The homemade lemon butter adds a bright, tangy twist to classic tea sandwiches
  • Beautifully elegant presentation that looks impressive but is simple to make
  • Customizable with optional radishes, herbs, or other fillings
  • Perfect for vegetarian guests and afternoon entertaining
02 -
  • Use day-old bread for easier handling and cleaner cuts when removing crusts
  • Freeze the assembled sandwiches for 10 minutes before cutting for the neatest edges
  • Press down very gently when assembling to avoid squishing the delicate fillings
  • Keep a small bowl of water nearby to rinse your knife between cuts for pristine presentation
  • Store any leftover lemon butter in the refrigerator for up to a week—it's delicious on scones or toast
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