Tea Sandwiches
An Afternoon Tea
Dainty little tea sandwiches
On a sunny afternoon
Served with delicate tea
In pretty china teacups
Buttery shortbread cookies
Ladies dressed in soft
Flowing dresses and flowery hats
Perched on the edge their seats
Complimenting the host on her recipes
Well, that was the traditional afternoon tea, and still is for those who love the nostalgia of long ago. And that's fine. But if you're a modern girl or guy, you will probably want to experiment with new recipes and ideas for tea parties.
If you plan a traditional party, then choose cucumber, watercress, or a spread like pimento cheese for your sandwiches. Hummus is another spread possibility, one that has become more popular these days.
The idea is to serve dainty, finger sandwiches. They are not meant to be filling and you shouldn't have to work at them. A few tiny bites and you're done and ready for dessert – a few shortbread cookies or pecan sandies, maybe. A sip of tea and don't forget the pinkie pose!
Loaf sandwiches are another sandwich that's perfect for an afternoon tea. This is a sandwich made in the shape of a loaf, then sliced to serve.
Breads usually have the crusts cut off, remember we don't want to work at eating these little sandwiches. Choose country white, whole wheat, rye, pumpernickel or raisin bread.
A modern version of the tea sandwich would be those mini pocket pitas or mini croissants filled with your favorite hummus or salad sandwich recipe. Served with cucumber chips, raspberry herbal iced tea, and brownie bites and you have the perfect modern tea party.
Here is a list of some traditional and non-traditional recipes for your afternoon tea.
- cucumber sandwiches
- pimento cheese sandwiches
- salad sandwiches
- loaf sandwiches
- cream cheese sandwiches
- nut butter sandwiches
- radish sandwiches
- hummus sandwiches
- sandwich spreads
- finger sandwiches
I'm sure you can come up with several more sandwiches to add to this short list. And we'll have more to add soon. If you have any suggestions, contact us here so we can add it to the list.
How to Host an Afternoon Tea Party — Rosie Loves Tea - Learn the ins and outs of how to throw the best tea party with this guide by Rosie Loves Tea. (Link will open a new window)
Want to see a video for making a high "society" cucumber tea sandwich? I know, right? Well, just watch the video below and you'll learn how to make these dainty little morsels. Perfect for your next tea party!
"High Society" Cucumber Sandwiches
Curried Chicken Tea Sandwiches
Here's a video for Curried Chicken Tea Sandwiches - looks good. What do you think?
California Tea Sandwiches
Here's a California Tea Sandwich video complete with avocados and sprouts.
Waldorf Chicken Salad Sandwiches
And here's one for Waldorf Chicken Salad Sandwiches. This one looks delicious!
What's Your Best Tea Sandwich Recipe?
Do you have a favorite Tea Sandwich Recipe? Is it your Best? Are your friends always asking for the recipe? Why not share it? Our visitors will try it. We'll all rate it to see who's recipe is best!
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New! $5
The Sandwich Coloring Book!!
The Sandwich Coloring Book is a PDF book that you can download and print out the pages to color. You and your children will love the intricate pictures featuring all kinds of sandwiches. From peanut butter and jelly, to leftover turkey sandwiches! There's a grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup and even a pretty tea set with dainty tea sandwiches. And we're sure you'll love our cute little Sandwich Guy as well - so cute!!
Have fun printing out any of the 21 coloring pages to color over and over again. If you love sandwiches, you'll love this fun coloring book.
You will get a PDF (23MB) file
