Afternoon Tea Recipes
Traditional Eccles Cakes Recipe
Traditional Eccles Cakes Recipe Eccles cakes are a classic British pastry: currant-filled, flaky pastry rounds finished with sparkling sugar. Originating in Eccles, England, these sweet, portable tarts are prized for …
Traditional Cornish Fairings Recipe
Traditional Cornish Fairings Recipe Cornish fairings are thin, spiced, crisp ginger biscuits that date back to 18th–19th century Cornwall, originally baked for local fairs. They deliver warm ginger and spice …
Traditional Lardy Cake Recipe
Traditional Lardy Cake Recipe A classic English enriched tea bread, this lardy cake recipe produces buttery, flaky layers studded with currants and a caramelized sugar crust — perfect with a …
Easy British Scones Recipe
These easy British scones are light, fluffy and perfect for afternoon tea. Serve them warm with jam, clotted cream or butter for a classic homemade treat.
Traditional Bakewell Tart Recipe
A traditional British Bakewell tart recipe with buttery shortcrust pastry, raspberry jam and almond frangipane, perfect for teatime or special occasions.
Traditional Victoria Sponge Cake Recipe
A traditional Victoria sponge cake made with soft vanilla sponge, strawberry jam and cream. A classic British baking recipe for afternoon tea, birthdays or simple homemade desserts.