Pin It Delicate, fluffy tea sandwiches with a creamy filling, elegantly rolled in shredded coconut to resemble tiny snowballs perfect for winter gatherings or afternoon tea.
This recipe has always been a hit at our winter gatherings, bringing smiles with its unique appearance and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
- Bread: 10 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
- Filling: 100 g (3.5 oz) cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened, 1 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp fresh chives, finely chopped, 1 tsp fresh dill, finely chopped, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- Coating: 75 g (3/4 cup) sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, mayonnaise, chives, dill, pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Step 2:
- Lay out the bread slices on a flat surface. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture over each slice.
- Step 3:
- Carefully place another slice of bread on top to create 5 sandwiches. Gently press together.
- Step 4:
- Using a 1.5-inch (4 cm) round cookie cutter, cut 4 circles from each sandwich.
- Step 5:
- Pour the shredded coconut onto a plate.
- Step 6:
- Very lightly brush the edges of each sandwich bite with a little water or extra cream cheese to help the coconut adhere.
- Step 7:
- Roll the sides and tops of each sandwich bite in the coconut, ensuring a snowball effect.
- Step 8:
- Arrange on a platter and chill for 10 minutes before serving.
Pin It Our family especially enjoys preparing these together during holiday afternoons, making it a cherished tradition.
Notes
For a festive touch, mix a little finely chopped parsley or dried cranberries into the coconut.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, spatula or butter knife, 1.5-inch round cookie cutter, small plate
Allergen Information
Contains Gluten (bread), Dairy (cream cheese, butter), Egg (mayonnaise check label). For egg- or dairy-free versions, use appropriate substitutes. Always verify ingredient labels.
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These snowball tea sandwich bites are a delightful treat that will impress guests with minimal effort.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of bread works best for these bites?
Soft white sandwich bread with crusts removed provides a tender texture that complements the creamy filling well.
- → How do you ensure the coconut sticks to the bites?
Lightly brushing the edges with water or extra cream cheese helps the shredded coconut adhere evenly.
- → Can I add other herbs to the filling?
Yes, fresh herbs like parsley or dill enhance flavor and can be adjusted to taste preferences.
- → Is chilling necessary before serving?
Chilling the bites for about 10 minutes helps them set and improves the coconut coating’s adherence.
- → Are there alternative coatings besides shredded coconut?
For variety, finely chopped dried cranberries or parsley mixed with coconut offer a festive twist.