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Cinnamon Orange Tea Sandwiches

Cinnamon Orange Tea Sandwiches: Elegant Bites for Any Occasion

Delightful Cinnamon Orange Tea Sandwiches perfect for brunches and gatherings, combining cream cheese and mandarin oranges for a creamy and refreshing treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Mandarin Oranges Drained and crushed.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Adjust based on taste.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Or substitute with almonds or walnuts.
For the Bread
  • 12 slices Cinnamon Swirl Bread Plain white or whole wheat are great substitutes.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Serrated knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine room temperature cream cheese, drained mandarin orange segments, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Using a fork, gently crush the mandarin oranges as you mix.
  2. Lay out half of the slices of cinnamon swirl bread on a clean cutting board. Spread an even layer of the creamy orange filling on each slice, then place the remaining slices on top.
  3. Use a serrated knife to trim off the crusts if desired. Slice each sandwich into triangles or preferred shapes, and arrange neatly on a decorative platter.
  4. Garnish with additional mandarin orange segments or a light dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served fresh; avoid freezing sandwiches for optimal texture.

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