Imagine a bite-sized appetizer that's so refreshing, so elegant, and so incredibly easy to make that it'll become your go-to recipe for every summer gathering! These Cream Cheese Cucumber Bites with Dill are not just a snack - they're a culinary revelation that will have your guests begging for the recipe. With a crisp cucumber base, creamy herbed cheese topping, and a burst of fresh dill, these little delights are about to transform your appetizer game forever.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bites
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the cucumber and pat dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, slice the cucumber into even rounds approximately 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
- In a medium mixing bowl, allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes to ensure easy mixing.
- Add chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the cream cheese. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or electric mixer until ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip, or use a small spoon for spreading.
- Arrange cucumber rounds on a clean serving platter, creating a single layer without overlapping.
- Carefully pipe or spread a generous dollop of the herbed cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber round, ensuring even coverage.
- Optional: Garnish with additional fresh dill sprigs or a light sprinkle of cracked black pepper for enhanced presentation.
- Refrigerate the cucumber bites for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and cream cheese to set slightly.
- Serve chilled as an appetizer or light refreshing snack, best enjoyed within 2 hours of preparation.
Tips
- Choose the right cucumber: Select firm, fresh cucumbers with minimal seeds for the best texture and presentation.
- Cream cheese consistency is key: Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature to ensure smooth, easy mixing.
- Precision in slicing: Use a sharp knife and cut cucumber rounds of uniform thickness (1/4 to 1/2 inch) for consistent, professional-looking bites.
- Piping technique: For a bakery-style finish, use a piping bag with a star tip. If you don't have one, a small spoon works perfectly too.
- Chill before serving: The 10-15 minute refrigeration helps flavors meld and provides a refreshing, firm texture.
- Make ahead tip: Prepare components separately and assemble just before serving to keep cucumber rounds crisp and fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 35kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 10mg
