Easy Cucumber Canapes are delicious small bites perfect for parties or brunch spreads. Four ingredients and five minutes are all you need to make these appetizers.

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Mother's Day is tomorrow and these cucumber canapes are the easiest small bites to pull together.
A canape is a small bite-sized hor d'oeuvre (appetizer). Canapes are often served as party food, but they are also the perfect addition to brunch.
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Why you will love these
- Four ingredients pack freshness and flavor into every bite.
- Five minutes is all you need to assemble these small bites.
- These fancy-looking nibbles are a delicious addition to any appetizer or brunch spread.
Ingredient notes
- English (seedless) cucumbers have tender, edible skin and tiny seeds that do not to be removed.
- Boursin cheese - This cheese spread is available in the gourmet cheese section of your local supermarket and comes in various flavors. I love using the Garlic and Herb or Shallot and Chive varieties.
- Sun-dried tomatoes - I prefer using oil-packed for extra flavor and DeLallo Sun-Dried Tomato Bruschetta is my favorite.
Step-by-Step Instructions
See the recipe card for complete instructions and ingredient amounts.
- Trim the ends off of the cucumber. Peel alternating strips to create a striped effect. Cut into ½ slices.
- Top each cucumber slice with basil, a dollop of cheese spread, sun-dried tomatoes. and flaky sea salt. Serve.
Expert Tips
- Soften the cheese at room temperature before using.
- Pipe the cheese onto the cucumber slices using piping bags and tips (or a small zipper-top bag).
- Assemble just before serving, but no more than 1-2 hours ahead of time.
- Store leftovers, covered, in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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Easy Cucumber Canapes
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Ingredients
- 1 large seedless cucumber
- 5 ounces garlic and herb cheese spread, like Boursin (softened to room temperature)
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- fresh basil leaves
- flaky sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim the ends off of the cucumber. Peel the cucumber in alternating stripes, if desired. Slice the cucumber into ½ inch slices. (One large seedless cucumber should yield about 18-20 slices). Set aside.
- Add the softened cheese to a bowl and stir until smooth. Add to a piping bag fitted with a tip. Lay a basil leaf on each cucumber slice and pipe a dollop of cheese on top. Add a small spoonful of sun-dried tomatoes. Sprinkle with sea salt and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary depending on the exact amounts and specific ingredients used.
Nancy says
Can these be made ahead of time?
Abbey says
Nancy,
I would suggest making these no more than 12 hours ahead of time. We want the cucumbers to taste super fresh. If making ahead of time, wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Wait to add the basil until just before serving.