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Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches

Stacey Pirtle

by Stacey Updated: Apr 20, 2024

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Let’s talk gorgeous, easy delicious food that’s perfect for parties, showers, potlucks or any get together!  Dreamy cream cheese, ripe strawberries, crisp spinach and salty smoked turkey or ham all piled high on buttery croissants make a delectable little picnic sandwiches that taste even better than they look!

Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches with ham or turkey on croissants for parties and showers.

Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches Scripture Song of Solomon 2:11-12

Is that even possible?  Oh yes, it is! There is just something about these scrumptious little delicacies that make them absolutely irresisible.  The smooth creaminess of the lightly sweetened cream cheese and fresh strawberries against a backdrop of flaky, buttery croissants and ham is downright cravable.  

Strawberry Cream Cheese & Ham Sandwiches on buttery croissants.

My mom use to serve these strawberry cream cheese sandwiches in a cute little tea house she ran down in Texas. A big favorite there, they were made with thick slices of homemade bread and always with smoked turkey.  We’ve changed them a bit over time to make them easier, more accessible (and dare I say it… even tastier!). 

Changes or no, they’re always met with delight and surprise.  And always the first thing to go at any gathering… And the first thing that’s missed afterwards!

Ingredients to make Strawberry Cream Cheese tea sandwiches

What You Need To Make Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches

  • croissants- Buttery baked croissants are usually available in your local grocery store’s deli section
  • strawberries- Berries are at their sweetest and have their best color when they are in season.  That’s why I recommend making this sandwich in the spring.
  • shaved or sliced ham or turkey- This recipe is perfect for enjoying leftover Easter ham.
  • cream cheese- Creamy, smooth and so dreamy, cream cheese is absolutely what makes this sandwich so incredibly good!
  • sugar or sweetener– As the berries get sweeter, you won’t need as much sweetener to marry the strawberries and the cheese.
  • Baby spinach, washed with stems removed- Everybody knows that spinach and strawberries are perfect partners. A gorgeous bit of green to and bite of crisp to balance the sandwich.

 

How To Make Strawberry Cream Cheese Ham Sandwiches

Prep. Set out the cream cheese to soften while you prep your bread and strawberries.  Cut croissants open with a bread knife and slice your strawberries. I like lots of strawberries, so I usually slice a whole pint so I have plenty to use.  If I don’t use them all, that’s ok.  We’ll eat them anyway!

When the cream cheese is soft, mix it thoroughly with the sugar to create a creamy spread.  (Try to resist dipping a strawberry or two. But if you just can’t resist, there should be enough cream cheese for a little taste or two!)

Assembly.  Next, take that lovely cream cheese mixture and spread a generous amount on both sides of the croissant.  Then, layer on the strawberries, ham and spinach.  Last, top with top half of croissant!

Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches with ham for parties, brunches and showers.
 

Sometimes, I make these assembly line style, laying out all of the croissants, then adding the cream cheese to all, then strawberries to all, and so on until all of the layers have been put on.  This is an especially handy method if you have to make a lot. 

Stacey's Tip: Use mini croissants to create finger food sized sanwiches for parties.

What To Serve With Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches

  • Creamy Dill Potato Salad
  • Garlic Parmesan Carrot Fries
  • Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad
  • Strawberry Iced Tea

Other Strawberry Recipes You’ll Love 

  • Chilled Summer Sweet Strawberry Bisque
  • Strawberry Avocado Salsa
  • Layered Strawberry Jello Salad
  • Strawberry French Toast Casserole
  • Loaded Strawberry Jam Brownies
  • Farmstyle Buttermilk Strawberry Muffins

Strawberry Cream Cheese Sandwiches

A pretty little strawberry cream cheese picnic or tea sandwich using either turkey or ham and served on a croissant.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brunch, party
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 5
Author: Stacey | SouthernDiscourse.com

Ingredients

  • 4-5 large croissants
  • 1 pint strawberries
  • 1 lb. shaved or sliced ham
  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar or sweetener
  • Baby spinach washed with stems removed
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Instructions

  • Set out the cream cheese to soften.
  • Use a bread knife to cut open the croissants.
  • Slice strawberries.
  • When the cream cheese is soft, mix it thoroughly with the sugar to create a creamy spread.
  • Spread a generous amount of cream cheese on both halves of the croissant.
  • Layer on the strawberries, ham, and then some leaves of spinach. Place the top on the sandwich.
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Let's talk gorgeous, easy delicious food that's perfect for parties, showers, potlucks or any get together!  Dreamy cream cheese, ripe strawberries, crisp spinach and salty smoked turkey or ham all piled high on buttery croissants make a delectable little picnic sandwiches that taste even better than they look!


First Published April 2015

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  1. Avatar photoanna smith

    April 2, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    These look and sound delicious. Can’t wait to try to his recipe!

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  2. Avatar photoMiz Helen

    March 19, 2018 at 4:56 pm

    Could I please just go ahead and have one of these delicious sandwiches right now? I will be pinning this recipe! Have a great first week of spring and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with FULL PLATE THURSDAY!
    Miz Helen

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    • Stacey Pirtlestacey

      March 20, 2018 at 11:52 am

      Miz Helen, that is awesome! I LOVE it when readers pin a recipe. Thank you so much. I just enjoy your weekly visits, and of course, Full Plate Thursday is a wonderful resource for amazing recipes and you’re the best hostess!

      Reply
  3. Avatar photoCrystal F

    May 22, 2023 at 7:48 pm

    5 stars
    Found this recipe while searching your blog. I immediately went to the store and got all the ingredients. AMAZING!!!! My husband and kids keep asking me to make these every week. Definitely a keeper! Thank you for sharing.

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    • Stacey Pirtlestacey

      May 23, 2023 at 11:11 am

      Hi, Crystal! I just love that you and your family enjoyed these little sandwiches! They are so special, and I think they are crazy delicious. Thank you so, so much!

      Reply

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