Pimento Cheese Tea Sandwiches

5 from 2 votes

These pimento cheese tea sandwiches are creamy, tangy, and full of flavour. Great for tea parties, brunches, or any cozy gathering, they come together quickly with simple ingredients that everyone will love.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Servings: finger sandwiches

Author: Shareba Abdul

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Large Spoon or spatula, for mixing
Offset spatula for even spreading (optional)
Sharp Bread Knife
Cutting Board

Ingredients

¼ cup plain cream cheese
⅓ cup mayonnaise (I used Hellman's)
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon granulated onion
½ teaspoon granulated garlic
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
salt to taste
2 cups sharp aged cheddar cheese shredded
½ cup jar diced pimentos drained well
14 slices white sandwich bread or whole wheat

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and fully blended.
Add the cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, granulated onion, and granulated garlic. Mix well to combine.
Add the sharp cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
Add the drained pimentos and still to combine.
Lay out your slices of bread. Spread 1 tablespoon of the pimento cheese mixture onto each slice of bread.
Place one slice of bread with filling on top of another to assemble the sandwich. Use a sharp knife to trim off the crusts and cut the sandwich into triangles or 1-inch wide rectangles.

Notes

Yield:
This recipe makes about 21 one-inch-wide finger sandwiches when each whole sandwich is cut into three rectangular pieces. The exact yield may vary depending on the width of your bread.

I recommend planning for two finger sandwiches (per type of sandwich), per person, when hosting a tea party or brunch.

Make-Ahead Tips:

The cream cheese spread can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Assembled sandwiches can be made the day before. Wrap in wax paper and store in the refrigerator under a damp tea towel (don't let the towel touch the bread directly). Wait to trim and slice the sandwiches until just before serving.

Softening Cream Cheese: If your cream cheese is still cold, use a hand mixer to help blend it smoothly with the mayonnaise.

Substitutions:

Cheese: Use sharp aged orange cheddar for a tangy flavour and vibrant colour, or opt for mild cheddar or a cheese blend for a milder taste.
Cream Cheese: Full-fat cream cheese ensures a rich, creamy texture. Let it soften to room temperature for easier mixing.
Mayonnaise: Full-fat mayonnaise can be substituted with a lighter version, or vegan mayonnaise.
Pimentos: Jarred pimentos provide a sweet, tangy flavour. Roasted red peppers can be used as a substitute.
Cayenne Pepper: Adjust to taste or omit for a milder flavour.
Worcestershire Sauce: Adds savoury richness to balance the filling. Omit if you don't have it.
Bread: Soft, thinly sliced white bread is best, but whole wheat or other soft sandwich breads also work.

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