My sister makes these for every baby shower and they vanish in minutes. Nobody guesses it only needs 4 ingredients.

These southern 4-ingredient cucumber sandwiches are the kind of thing you make once for a baby shower and then get asked to bring to every gathering after that. They’re soft, cool, and a little bit fancy without being fussy, and no one ever guesses they only take four simple ingredients.

This version leans on classic Southern tea sandwich style: crustless white bread, a smooth cream cheese spread, and crisp, thinly sliced cucumbers layered in. They’re perfect for showers, graduations, or any afternoon where you want something pretty on a silver tray without spending all day in the kitchen.

Pile the finished cucumber sandwiches onto a silver tray or large platter and serve them slightly chilled. They go especially well alongside fresh fruit salad, deviled eggs, and a simple green salad. A pitcher of iced tea or lemonade (or both if you’re feeding a crowd) fits the mood perfectly.

If you’re hosting a shower or brunch, you can round things out with a small dessert tray—think cookies or bar desserts that guests can eat with their fingers just like the sandwiches.

Southern 4-Ingredient Cucumber Sandwiches