Mothers Day Lemon Butter Sandwiches (Printable Version)

Tender finger sandwiches with zesty lemon butter and fresh cucumber for an elegant touch.

# What You 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

# Directions:

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.
05 - Using a sharp knife, trim off the crusts if not already done, 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 Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in 20 minutes, which means you can actually enjoy your tea party instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
  • That lemon butter is bright enough to make everyone pause and ask what you did differently, even though it's just three simple ingredients.
  • They're elegant enough for guests but casual enough to make on a Tuesday afternoon when you need something pretty to eat.
02 -
  • If your butter is even slightly warm, the lemon juice will make it break and look grainy—let it come to room temperature gradually, and don't use the microwave.
  • Cucumbers release water as they sit, so slice them just before assembly, and pat them dry with paper towels to keep your sandwiches crisp instead of soggy.
03 -
  • Remove bread crusts before spreading if you want a cleaner, more delicate look—they're easier to trim when the bread is still a single slice.
  • Cut sandwiches just before serving if possible, but if you need to prep ahead, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and they'll stay fresh for a few hours in a cool place.
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