These cucumber sandwiches are easy, affordable, and always popular - especially during spring and summer. I’ve been making this version with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, dill, and thinly sliced English cucumber on soft white bread for years. They're perfect for baby showers, luncheons, or just as a light, refreshing snack.
These are best served cold, with the crusts cut off (of course)!
Here are a couple more easy appetizer recipes. I love this similar type of cucumber appetizer on rye cocktail squares. Or, I enjoy this cold cucumber gaspacho soup, especially on a hot day! I find cucumbers are very cooling to eat and when your garden decides to give you cucumbers, it's helpful to have lots of recipes on hand!
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Why I Love This Recipe
These sandwiches are easy to prep and made with ingredients I usually have on hand.
The dill and ranch seasoning give the spread a bold, herby flavor.
They look elegant, but they’re surprisingly inexpensive.
You can prep them ahead—they stay fresh in the fridge for up to a day.
Ingredients
Cucumber Slicing tip: You may wish to use a mandoline for paper-thin cucumber slices. If making just a few sandwiches I just slice thin. If making for a get together, I use a mandoline and layer the thin slices. Peel or don’t - your choice! I don't because I like the color contrast with the cucumber peel.
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning (dry mix)
1 teaspoon dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
1 loaf white sandwich bread – crusts removed
Tips for Success
- Use English cucumbers—they’re less watery and don’t require seeding.
- Soft white bread works best for this style of sandwich.
- Don’t skip the mayo—it helps make the spread smooth and easier to apply.
- I always use 2 cucumbers so that I have enough. They can be various sizes so the coverage amount varies. If you do end up with extra slices, I eat them using the spread as dip!
Instructions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, and dill. Stir or mix until smooth.
Step 2
Lay out your slices of white bread. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each slice.
Step 3
Top half of the bread slices with thin cucumber rounds. Then place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
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Step 4
Trim the crusts from each sandwich. Cut each sandwich into quarters (or halves, depending on the occasion).
Step 5
Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. If chilling, let them sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes before serving.
When to Serve These
These are a great option for:
- Bridal or baby showers
- Afternoon teas or brunch
- Mother’s Day or Easter gatherings
- Garden parties or light summer lunches
FAQs
Yes! Herb or garlic cream cheese can be a great shortcut.
Up to 24 hours ahead, as long as they’re stored well and the bread is fully covered by the cream cheese spread to prevent sogginess.
I love making and eating these on hot summer days. Or, when having a picnic or a fancy meal with the kids in the summer.
Other Delicious Summer Appetizers
Cucumber Sandwich with Cream Cheese and Ranch
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning the dry seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh
- 2 English cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 loaf white sandwich bread crusts removed
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, and dill. Stir or mix until smooth. A hand mixer does this quickly and easily!
- Lay out your slices of white bread. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each slice.
- Top half of the bread slices with thin cucumber rounds. Then place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
- Trim the crusts from each sandwich. Cut each sandwich into quarters (or halves).
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. If chilling, let them sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes before serving
Notes
Tips for Success
- Use English cucumbers—they’re less watery and don’t require seeding.
- Soft white bread works best for this style of sandwich.
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Don’t skip the mayo—it helps make the spread smooth and easier to apply
When to Serve These
These are a great option for:- Afternoon teas or brunches
- Bridal or baby showers
- Mother’s Day or Easter gatherings
- Garden parties or light summer lunches
- Or just because you like them (especially when it's hot outside)!
Nutrition (I am not a nutritionist. These are estimates only)
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