Save to Pinterest Delicate, fluffy tea sandwiches with a creamy filling, elegantly rolled in shredded coconut to resemble tiny snowballs&perfect for winter gatherings or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
- Bread: 10 slices soft white sandwich bread crusts removed
- Filling: 100 g (3.5 oz) cream cheese softened 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened 1 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp fresh chives finely chopped 1 tsp fresh dill finely chopped 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- Coating: 75 g (3/4 cup) sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl combine cream cheese butter mayonnaise chives dill pepper and salt. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Step 2:
- Lay out the bread slices on a flat surface. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture over each slice.
- Step 3:
- Carefully place another slice of bread on top to create 5 sandwiches. Gently press together.
- Step 4:
- Using a 1.5 inch (4 cm) round cookie cutter cut 4 circles from each sandwich.
- Step 5:
- Pour the shredded coconut onto a plate.
- Step 6:
- Very lightly brush the edges of each sandwich bite with a little water or extra cream cheese to help the coconut adhere.
- Step 7:
- Roll the sides and tops of each sandwich bite in the coconut ensuring a snowball effect.
- Step 8:
- Arrange on a platter and chill for 10 minutes before serving.
Save to Pinterest Required Tools
Mixing bowl Spatula or butter knife 1.5 inch round cookie cutter Small plate
Allergen Information
Contains Gluten (bread) Dairy (cream cheese butter) Egg (mayonnaise check label) For egg or dairy free versions use appropriate substitutes. Always verify ingredient labels.
Nutritional Information
Calories 75 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 1.5 g
Save to Pinterest Recipe FAQs
- → What type of bread works best for these sandwich bites?
Soft white sandwich bread with crusts removed provides a tender texture ideal for rolling and cutting into bite-sized pieces.
- → Can I use different herbs in the filling?
Yes, fresh herbs like parsley or basil can replace or complement chives and dill to suit your taste preferences.
- → How do I ensure the coconut sticks to the sandwiches?
Lightly brushing the edges with water or extra cream cheese helps the shredded coconut adhere evenly, creating the snowball effect.
- → Can these bites be prepared in advance?
Yes, they can be assembled and chilled for up to a few hours before serving, which also helps the flavors meld together.
- → Are there any recommended beverage pairings?
These bites pair beautifully with herbal, black, or green teas, enhancing the light and fresh flavors.