Ham Tea Sandwiches
These ham tea sandwiches are easy to make and perfect for a tea party. Make them two ways: classic ham and Swiss with honey mustard, or ham and cheddar with apple butter. Ready in 15 minutes.
Servings: 12 finger sandwiches
Calories: 141kcal
Ingredients
- 8 slices white bread
- ¼ cup butter softened
- 4-12 slices ham honey ham, black forest ham, or thick sliced ham
- 4 slices cheese Swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, or sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 teaspoons condiment honey mustard, Dijon mustard, grainy Dijon mustard, apple butter, or chutney
Instructions
- Spread a thin layer of softened butter on each slice of bread. Spread your chosen condiment on half the buttered slices.8 slices white bread, ¼ cup butter, 4 teaspoons condiment
- Layer ham generously on the condiment side. Top with a slice of cheese. Place the remaining buttered bread slices on top and press gently.4-12 slices ham, 4 slices cheese
- Remove the crusts with a sharp serrated knife using a sawing motion. Cut each sandwich into 3 equal rectangular fingers. Arrange cut side out on a platter.
- Serve immediately or cover the platter tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to a few hours before serving.
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Notes
- Butter every slice of bread before adding the filling to keep the sandwiches from getting soggy.
- Plan for 3 to 5 finger sandwiches per person total from all the varieties you are serving.
- For a kid friendly version skip the condiment and use a flower or heart shaped cookie cutter instead of cutting into fingers.
Nutrition
Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 213IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 1mg
