For more inspiration on what to serve at your afternoon tea party, check out our scone recipes, sandwich recipes and sharing dessert ideas.

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  • Scones with jam & clotted cream on a plate

    Classic scones with jam & clotted cream

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.1436 ratings

    You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

  • Sandwiches served on afternoon tea platter

    Afternoon tea sandwiches

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.13 ratings

    Keep the whole family happy this summer with a delicious spread of sandwiches, perfect for an afternoon tea or buffet

  • Victoria sponge cake on a plate with a slice cut out

    Classic Victoria sandwich recipe

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.1143 ratings

    The perfect party cake, a Victoria sponge is a traditional bake everyone will love. Makes an easy wedding cake, too

  • Mini sausage rolls on a board with tomato ketchup

    Mini sausage rolls

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.104 ratings

    Everybody's favourite party food. John Torode's trick is to add water to the sausage mix, which makes the pastry puff up

  • A slice of lemon drizzle cake on a plate, topped with icing

    Lemon drizzle traybake

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.143 ratings

    A classic British cake from Paul Hollywood, this zingy lemon drizzle slice is a simple traybake, made extra special with feather icing

  • Classic cheese scones served on a wire rack with butter alongside

    Classic cheese scones

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.393 ratings

    Indulge in some cheese scones for afternoon tea or as part of a picnic. They're also great served alongside soups and you can freeze them for later use

  • Club sandwich

    Club sandwich

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.13 ratings

    This layered sandwich, a favourite of gastro-pubs across the country, makes a tasty meal for one

  • Easy coronation chicken served on a plate with salad

    Easy coronation chicken

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.144 ratings

    Make a classic coronation chicken filling to serve with jacket potatoes or in sandwiches and salads. It's an excellent way to use up leftover chicken after a roast

  • Rhubarb and custard scones on a plate with one scone sliced and spread with fresh cream and rhubarb compote

    Rhubarb & custard scones

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.7 ratings

    These delicious scones feature one of Britain's best-loved flavour combinations: rhubarb and custard. Serve with clotted cream for an enjoyable afternoon tea in the garden

  • Chocolate digestive biscuits served with a cup of tea

    Digestive biscuits

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Treat yourself to a homemade version of a British classic for the biscuit tin. Top with chocolate, if you like, and enjoy with a relaxing cup of tea

  • Air fryer muffins on a wire tray

    Air fryer muffins

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.26 ratings

    Make beautifully golden brown muffins in your air fryer in no time. Add blueberries, chocolate chips or dried fruit, whatever you like. You can even double the mixture to make more

  • Lemon thumbprint cookies on a decorative tray

    Lemon thumbprint cookies

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Make our citrussy cookies for an afternoon tea. You could make them look like fried eggs at Easter simply by dusting icing sugar around the edges

  • Fork biscuits on a wire rack

    Fork biscuits

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings

    Fill up your biscuit tin with these easy treats which take their name from the fork indent added before baking. Dip them in chocolate, if you like, for added indulgence

  • Financiers served alongside a cup of tea

    Financiers

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Treat family and friends to these miniature French almond cakes for afternoon tea, or take along to a coffee morning. Browning the butter adds extra nuttiness

  • Scotch eggs on a table with pickle

    Easy scotch eggs

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.36 ratings

    Follow our steps for the perfect Scotch eggs. With a crispy crumb, sausagemeat stuffing and soft boiled egg centre, this really is the ultimate picnic snack.

  • Vegetarian sausage rolls served on a board

    Vegetarian sausage rolls

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.43 ratings

    Try our flavourful vegetarian sausage rolls, packed with mushrooms, chestnuts, leeks and cheese. They're perfect for a picnic or served with salad for lunch

  • Vegan courgette cake on a board with a slice cut away

    Vegan courgette cake

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.14 ratings

    Use up a glut of courgettes and bake this vegan loaf cake with tangy lemon drizzle. Ideal for a coffee morning or afternoon tea

  • Mini Victoria sponges on a cake stand

    Mini victoria sponge cakes

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.9 ratings

    Make these bite-sized victoria sponges for a special afternoon tea or birthday celebration. Choose your favourite jam for the filling, then add whipped cream

  • Shortbread slices in a tin that is set on a garden chair

    Shortbread recipe

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.90 ratings

    Bake these classic shortbread biscuits to wow a crowd. You only need four ingredients, but you can mix it up with lemon or orange zest, or try adding chopped pistachios

  • Raspberry ripple blondies on a white cake stand

    Raspberry ripple blondies

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.8 ratings

    Treat the family to this simple but gorgeous traybake. Made with dark and white chocolate and fresh or frozen raspberries, these blondies won't last long

  • Butterfly cupcakes

    Butterfly cupcakes

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings

    These pretty cupcakes are perfect for a special occasion. The flavoured syrup help the cakes stay moist, so you can make them a day ahead and decorate the next day

  • Lemon & elderflower traybake in squares

    Lemon & elderflower traybake

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.4 ratings

    This clever twist on the classic bakewell has a delicate floral flavour, making it ideal for serving at spring garden parties or bake sales

  • Angel cake slices on a small plate

    Angel cake

    A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.15 ratings

    Treat guests to this colourful angel cake with decorative fondant icing. It will go down well with a cuppa for afternoon tea

  • Three Paris-Brest on separate plates, being dusted with icing sugar

    Paris-Brest

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Indulge in the regal charm of Paris-Brest – a showstopping French dessert featuring a choux pastry ring filled with luxurious hazelnut mousseline

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