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Cinnamon Orange Tea Sandwiches

Cinnamon Orange Tea Sandwiches for a Sweet Afternoon Treat

Cinnamon Orange Tea Sandwiches are a delightful mixture of creamy cheese and citrus flavors, perfect for casual brunches or elegant tea parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Make-Ahead Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup mandarin oranges well-drained and lightly crushed
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans may substitute with walnuts or almonds
For the Bread
  • 8 slices cinnamon swirl bread plain white or whole wheat can be alternatives

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • cake stand or platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, well-drained mandarin orange segments, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Lay out the slices of cinnamon swirl bread. Spread the cream cheese filling over half of the slices.
  3. Place the remaining slices of bread on the filled slices. Trim off the crusts if desired and slice into triangles.
  4. Arrange the sandwiches on a cake stand or platter. Garnish with mandarin orange segments or powdered sugar if desired.
  5. Serve the sandwiches fresh or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Prepare up to 4 hours in advance for optimal flavor and presentation.

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