Delicate Snowball Tea Sandwiches (Printable Version)

Soft white bread filled with creamy herbs, rolled in shredded coconut for a light, elegant bite.

# What You Need:

→ Bread

01 - 10 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed

→ Filling

02 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1 tbsp mayonnaise
05 - 1 tsp fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 1 tsp fresh dill, finely chopped
07 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

→ Coating

09 - 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, mayonnaise, chives, dill, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Lay out bread slices on a flat surface and spread a generous layer of the filling on each. Place another slice on top to form 5 sandwiches, pressing gently together.
03 - Using a 1.5-inch round cookie cutter, cut 4 circles from each sandwich.
04 - Pour the shredded coconut onto a small plate for easy coating.
05 - Lightly brush the edges of each sandwich bite with water or extra cream cheese to ensure coconut adherence.
06 - Roll the sides and tops of each cut sandwich piece in the shredded coconut until fully covered to achieve a snowball effect.
07 - Arrange the coated sandwich bites on a platter and chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For a festive touch mix a little finely chopped parsley or dried cranberries into the coconut.
  • Substitute whole wheat or gluten free bread if desired.
03 -
  • Pairs beautifully with herbal or black teas.
  • Use appropriate substitutes for egg or dairy free versions Always verify ingredient labels.
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