Dainty sandwiches are a key ingredient in the quintessential British afternoon tea. Typically, they are presented on the bottom tier of the afternoon tea display and feature delicious fillings such as cucumber and soft cheese, coronation chicken, and smoked salmon.
There will be plenty of restaurants serving afternoon tea in any city you visit, and it is lovely to have someone else do the cooking and serving; however, to keep costs down and save the need to go out, afternoon tea at home is a lovely way to while away a few hours with friends or your partner.
Delicious afternoon tea boxes delivered by specialist companies such as https://www.afternoonteabox.com can save a lot of the work; alternatively, if you are a dab hand in the kitchen, why not try building your own afternoon tea?
What makes the perfect sandwich?
Typically, sandwiches in an afternoon tea feature a classic filling. Use really fresh bread to give your sandwiches that lovely soft bounce and consider a range of sandwiches in white and wholemeal bread to vary it a little.
Amongst the easiest of options is the classic egg sandwich. Simply boil some eggs for around ten minutes, allow them to cool, then mix them with mayonnaise and salt for a protein-heavy filling. Place a delicate amount of the mixture between two sides of bread, and there is your first sandwich.
For something a little more daring, why not try coronation chicken? According to BBC Good Food, they are not at all complicated to make. The spicy, sweet filling is very moreish and works beautifully as a starter before scones and cake.
Cutting sandwiches into small triangles or finger shapes keeps that dainty feeling and allows people to sample several flavours.
How can you keep sandwiches fresh and tasty?
Buttering both sides of the bread helps to stop the filling from seeping into the bread and making it soggy. If you are making the sandwiches in advance of your guests arriving, you should wrap them in some cling film beforehand to prevent them from drying out.
