Afternoon tea recipes

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

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

Treat family and friends to these moreish biscuits, finished with a cherry in the centre

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

You could add cucumber, salad cream or piccalilli to this sandwich – we like a few salad leaves and tomatoes for freshness

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Make this moreish cherry cake for afternoon tea or a coffee morning. Made with sweet glacé cherries and crunchy almonds, it won't last long

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

Upgrade standard blondies with the classic flavours of a cream tea. Perfect for afternoon tea, serve at room temperature or chill for fudgier, set blondies

Elevate this Bakewell-inspired tart with the addition of zesty, tangy marmalade and fragrant earl grey tea leaves. Enjoy hot or cold with plenty of cream

Perk up your lunchbox with these party favourites, bound to be a hit with kids

Make this apple and almond cake to fill your cake tin. It's an ideal treat for anyone following a dairy-free or vegan diet, and is delicious for afternoon tea with a cuppa

What's better than dunking biscuits into tea? These ingenious tea and biscuits cheesecake bars capture that flavour sensation perfectly