Cream tea recipes
A perfect way to share a relaxing moment with friends or family. Unlike a traditional afternoon tea with sandwiches and pastries, creams teas are very simple: scones, jam, cream of course – and piping hot tea. So, take a breather one afternoon soon, and remember: whether you put jam or cream first is up to you!
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September seasonal
Plum and vanilla jam
This speedy plum preserve with hints of vanilla and cinnamon uses a clever time-saving trick. Delicious plum jam in a hurry? Yes please.
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Fruit scones
If you’re in need of a classic fruit scone recipe, look no further than this foolproof option made with buttermilk. These fluffy scones can be ready in 30 minutes, and you can use sultanas or raisins - whichever you have to hand.
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Limoncello and blueberry scones
Not sure whether the jam or the cream comes first? Avoid the issue completely with our limoncello and blueberry scones – perfect for afternoon tea.
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Easy scones
Make our easy recipe for classic freshly-baked scones next time you want to treat yourself or someone special to afternoon tea.
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Jams
Bramble and bay jam
Head to the kitchen armed with a bounty of seasonal fruit and boil up this sweet and sticky bramble jam. We've added bay leaves for a gentle peppery edge.
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Strawberry jam
Strawberry jam today AND strawberry jam tomorrow. Make the most of summer fruits with this easy peasy strawberry jam recipe.
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Blueberry scones
The fresh blueberries used in these scones offer welcome pockets of sweetness. Serve with jam and cream - the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea.
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Blackcurrants
Seedless blackcurrant jam
Here's how to make your own seedless blackcurrant jam – spread it thickly on white bread or between layers of cake for a twist on Victoria sponge.
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Lemon sugar cube scones
These lemon scones are topped with lemon-soaked sugar cubes that melt into a chewy crust. They're fab for afternoon tea or Mother's Day.
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Apricot, cranberry and almond whipped cream scones
These wonderfully light scones are made with whipped cream, honey, dried apricots and cranberry for a fruity twist on classic cream tea.
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Perfect scones
These are the perfect scones for afternoon tea: light, not too sweet and topped with thick clotted cream and your favourite jam.
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Damsons
Damson jam
Have an influx of seasonal damsons? Turn these mouth-puckeringly sour plums into a damson jam - perfect for topping your toast.
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Summer berry jam
Making summer berry jam is the best way to bottle yourself some joy for over the winter. Follow our tips to perfect this challenging recipe.
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Little buttermilk scones with cardamom cream and rhubarb compote
Time for afternoon tea? These mini buttermilk scones are filled with a wonderful pink rhubarb compote and fragrant cardamom cream.
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Blackberries
Blackberry jam
Blackberry jam, surely one of summer's best food preserving moments! If you've foraged and raided your hedgerow, this is the recipe for you.
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Quick oven-cooked raspberry jam
Debbie Major's quick raspberry jam recipe is made in the oven with just raspberries, sugar and lemon juice in the ingredients list.
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