Derby Party Benedictine Sandwiches (Printable)

Creamy cucumber-dill spread on soft bread, ideal for elegant Derby Day celebrations.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Spread

01 - 1 large English cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely grated
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 2 teaspoons fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

→ Sandwich Assembly

09 - 12 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
10 - 12 slices soft wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
11 - Thin cucumber slices for garnish
12 - Fresh dill sprigs for garnish

# How-To:

01 - Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, dill, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
03 - Fold the drained cucumber into the cream cheese mixture until well incorporated.
04 - Lay out the bread slices. Spread a generous layer of Benedictine mixture on half of the slices. Top with the remaining bread.
05 - Cut sandwiches diagonally or into fingers for traditional tea sandwich presentation.
06 - Garnish with thin cucumber slices and dill sprigs if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and effortless—ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required
  • Perfectly balanced flavors from fresh cucumber, dill, and tangy cream cheese
  • Elegant presentation ideal for Derby parties, showers, or afternoon tea
  • Make-ahead friendly for stress-free entertaining
  • Vegetarian-friendly and loved by guests of all ages
02 -
  • Always use English cucumbers—they have fewer seeds and less water than regular cucumbers
  • Squeeze the grated cucumber twice if needed to ensure it's completely dry
  • Let cream cheese soften naturally at room temperature for the best texture
  • Use day-old bread for easier crust removal and less tearing
  • Work quickly when assembling to prevent bread from drying out
  • Store finished sandwiches covered with a slightly damp paper towel to maintain moisture
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