Afternoon tea recipes
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Strawberry recipes
Strawberry shortcakes
Nigella Lawson’s indulgent recipe for classic strawberry shortcakes is just the ticket for a summery afternoon tea. Or, try this...
Strawberry recipes
Strawberry and orange shortbread
We’ve transformed this afternoon tea treat into a wonderful summery dessert. Orange-spiked shortbread is topped with custard, cream and fresh...
Strawberry recipes
Strawberry curd sponge drops
This afternoon tea treat sees sponge discs filled with fresh strawberries, homemade strawberry curd and billowing chantilly cream. Or, how...
Raspberry recipes
White chocolate and raspberry swiss roll
This creamy, fruity swiss roll is perfect for summer entertaining: it can be made ahead of time and even frozen...
Afternoon tea recipes
Multicoloured macarons
Macaron are like a sweet meringue cookie, where the meringue helps give that slightly chewy texture. They look amazing in...
Cheat's recipes
Blueberry sponge slice
This easy blueberry dessert recipe is made with ready-made madeira sponge so it’s ready in just 30 minutes. Even better...
Biscuit recipes
Grana Padano and hazelnut cantuccini
These crunchy Italian biscotti are sweet and nutty but with a savoury edge from a touch of grated parmesan. Perfect...
Easy baking recipes to make with kids
Jam tart hearts
These heart-shaped jam tarts are quick and easy to bake with small children – and they really come into their...
Baking recipes
Pear and almond cake with almond crunch topping
This delicious pear and almond cake recipe is a perfect dessert for an autumn or winter dinner party served with...
Afternoon tea recipes
Swiss roll
This classic Swiss roll recipe requires just four ingredients – then just roll it up and enjoy it for afternoon...
Easy baking recipes to make with kids
Little raspberry muffins
This easy raspberry muffin recipe works with a variety of fruit, so use what’s available, such as apples, blueberries, pears...
Afternoon tea recipes
Strawberry macaroons
These strawberry macaroons are little pink delights that make a great addition to afternoon tea and fab edible gifts. Or,...
Sandwich recipes
Strawberry cream cheese sandwiches
Try serving these dainty strawberry sandwiches as part of a birthday party spread or at afternoon tea alongside classic cucumber...
Afternoon tea recipes
Cherry almond tartlets
Serve these dinky cherry almond tartlets for afternoon tea or take them on a summer picnic. Or, how about serving...
Strawberry recipes
Strawberry and polenta shortcake
Polenta gives this shortcake a sturdier, less crumbly texture. Coupled with British strawberries and cream, it’s the perfect summer treat....
Gooseberry recipes
Gooseberry, orange and almond dimple cake
This is a beautifully moist gooseberry cake – and it’s best served warm. The ‘dimples’ appear when the gooseberries slightly...
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