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    Home » Afternoon Tea at Home

    15 Afternoon Tea Sandwiches

    Published: May 21, 2020 · Modified: Dec 11, 2024 by Candi Elm · This post may contain affiliate links

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    15 Afternoon Tea Sandwiches will be the perfect addition to your Tea Party. These tea party sandwiches will pair well with your favorite Tea and Scones.

    Egg Salad Tea Sandwich
    Jump to:
    • What are tea sandwiches?
    • Ideas for An Afternoon Tea Event
    • Tea FAQ’s
    • Stands for Tea Sandwiches
    • Related Tea Articles
    • Tea Sandwich Recipes

    What are tea sandwiches?

    Afternoon tea is a quintessentially British tradition that has been enjoyed for centuries. Whether you’re catching up with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply want to indulge in a delicious spread of treats, afternoon tea is the perfect way to do so.

    One of the key components of this delightful ritual is the sandwiches – dainty finger-sized bites that come in an array of flavors and combinations. From classic cucumber and cream cheese to more modern twists like smoked salmon and wasabi mayo, afternoon tea sandwiches are as versatile as they are delicious. And we now have Vegan Tea Sandwich ideas also.

    Ideas for An Afternoon Tea Event

    Afternoon Tea is a wonderful hobby or pastime to take part in. First, the food is to die for. It is so pleasing to the eye with all the little delicacies.

    Whether you want a full meal like High Tea where you get heavier foods, or a Cream Tea, where it is mostly scones, clotted cream, and tea, or you want the more common Afternoon Tea experience, with Tea, Scones, Sandwiches, Jams, and Desserts.

    Generally, they will be served either plated with the cutest crustless tea sandwiches on a plate or maybe on a 3 tiered server with scones on one plate, sandwiches on the next, and desserts on another.

    It is one experience you need to participate in. You can go to a tearoom by making an appointment to enjoy all the decor, food, and hospitality or you can plan one at home. Both are enjoyable and I suggest you try each one.

    The best part of planning a tea party for friends or family is creating a menu, planning the decor, invitations, table favors, music, and conversation.

    Once you plan your event based on the occasion, you can begin choosing all your options.

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    Tea FAQ’s

    How do you keep tea sandwiches fresh?

    Many tea party sandwiches can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated in an airtight container. To prevent the bread from drying out, cover the sandwiches with a sheet of wax paper or saran wrap and a damp paper towel on top. Uncover sandwiches just before serving. Add a layer of butter to the bread first to keep the sandwiches from getting soggy.

    What are the most popular sandwiches served for Afternoon Tea?

    Open-faced cucumber sandwiches served on crustless bread with softened cream cheese are one of the most popular. Next, Chicken Salad or a salmon sandwich. Also, a tomato with mozzarella or goat cheese is always welcome.

    Stands for Tea Sandwiches

    • White 3 Tier Platters
    • 3 Tiered White Cupcake Stand (for tea finger sandwiches also)
    • 3 Tier Wooden Farmhouse Cupcake Stand (for tea finger sandwiches also)

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    Tea Sandwich Recipes

    1
    Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
    Try this easy cucumber tea sandwiches with dill for your next lunch or tea party. Serve different sandwiches on the plate with scones and hot tea.
    Cucumber Tea Sandwich
    2
    Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Tea Sandwiches
    A tasty (and adorable) tea sandwich made with mozzarella cheese, cocktail tomato slices, and basil on white bread. Perfect for tea time or for parties as appetizers.
    Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Sandwich
    3
    Cucumber sandwich
    These quick to prepare cucumber sandwiches make for a nice finger food snack for kid parties or tea parties.
    Cucumber Sandwich
    4
    Vegan Eggplant Sandwich
    This vegan eggplant sandwich is so delicious that you’ll keep making it over and over again.
    Vegan Eggplant Sandwich
    5
    Playing card sandwiches for a tea party
    These wicked sandwiches are great fun as they’re decorated like playing cards. Best served as part of a Mad Hatter themed tea party, packed lunch or picnic spread!
    Playing Card Sandwich
    6
    Creamy Egg Salad
    It is also a perfect sandwich addition at any afternoon tea. With the crust cut off – quite super!
    Creamy Egg Salad Sandwich
    7
    Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon
    This 5 minute Avocado Toast Recipe with Smoked Salmon is easy enough to make every day for breakfast, and elegant enough to serve as a party appetizer.
    Avocado Toast with Smoke Salmon
    8
    Veg Cream Cheese Sandwich Recipe
    This is EASY and 10 minute sandwich recipe for breakfast or snack. Here cream cheese spread is mixed with few veggies and herbs. This mixture used for making sandwich or toast.
    Cream Cheese Sandwich
    9
    Chutney Sandwiches
    These easy and tasty green chutney sandwiches are made with fresh cilantro, mint, butter and potato slices. Yum!
    Chutney Sandwich
    10
    Classic Chicken Salad Sandwiches recipe picnic brunch tea
    These light yet filling classic chicken salad sandwiches are perfect for picnics, brunches, and teas!
    Chicken Salad Sandwich
    11
    Pound Cake Tea Sandwiches
    Pound Cake Tea Sandwiches are finger sandwiches of cake, filled with layers of chocolate buttercream and strawberry-cream cheese.
    Pound Cake Sandwich
    12
    Prosciutto, Apple and Brie Sandwich
    Prosciutto, brie, apple slices and peppery radish and arugula go quite well together here, especially with a little sage butter slathered on the lightly-toasted sourdough bread.
    Prosciutto, Apple and Brie
    13
    Picnic Recipe: Chicken Salad
    The perfect outdoor afternoon tea picnic recipe for the summer is this easy chicken salad.
    Chicken Salad Sandwich
    Easy Strawberry Tea Sandwiches
    14
    Easy Strawberry Tea Sandwiches
    Three-ingredient strawberry cream cheese tea sandwiches are perfect for spring holidays and brunches. Cute and dainty, these petite bites are as fun to
    Strawberry Tea Sandwich
    Deviled Egg Salad Finger Sandwiches
    15
    Deviled Egg Salad Finger Sandwiches
    Deviled egg salad finger sandwiches are a classic for afternoon tea! Find these and other tea sandwich recipes weekly at Tea for Tuesdays.
    Deviled Egg Salad Sandwich

     
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    About Candi Elm

    Candi Elm is the recipe developer and food photographer at A Day In Candiland where she has been sharing Encouragement, Recipes, and Afternoon Tea Ideas since 2012. Candi currently lives in Southern California with her family and enjoying life to the fullest.

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    1. Simran says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:09 am

      For the first time I have heard about Tea sandwiches and really looks so good. I had drink Oolong Tea for the first time and I loved it.

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    2. Christy says

      February 23, 2024 at 9:51 am

      I sponsor a tea for the women in our church. I am the spider in the web of women working to make it a real treat. The hardest part is the kitchen leader. They are allowed to create their own menu. But they are afraid to be creative. And I’m afraid they think an unusual sandwich (like strawberries and cream cheese) is going to bite them. This article certainly gives me a way to encourage tea fare without fear.

      Reply
    3. Romaine says

      February 09, 2025 at 4:33 pm

      All of these sandwiches sound delicious thanks for sharing

      Reply

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