Afternoon tea recipes

Enjoy these toasted egg and cress club sandwiches as part of a summer family picnic. Skewer each sandwich with a sandwich pick and serve with crisps

Treat yourself to a nostalgic vanilla and raspberry cake, first baked in the eponymous north London district in the late 1800s, and still a British favourite

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.

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

These classic afternoon tea nibbles are given a fruity twist and smothered in chocolate for an extra special spread

Rustle up this easy boiled fruitcake for your cake tin. Packed with juicy raisins, sultanas, currants and mixed peel, it's perfect for afternoon tea with a cuppa

Give these afternoon tea classics a fruity makeover with a creamy banana custard filling - perfect for a sophisticated spread

These savoury cheese scones, filled with thin slices of apple and chutney, make a delicious addition to an afternoon tea spread

This beautifully decorated layered raspberry and almond cake is finished with delicate sugared rose petals. Perfect for special occasions

Finger sandwich fillings don't have to be dainty - add some bold flavours to your afternoon tea with these brunch-inspired bites

Gently cook strawberries to create lovely syrupy juices and enjoy them in this cobbler. Serve with clotted cream or ice cream for a new cream tea experience

White crabmeat, mayo and chives make a delicious afternoon tea sandwich filling that's special enough for a celebration treat

Perfect with a fresh pot of tea, this looks and tastes just as good as a farmers' market buy

Enjoy these moreish amaretti biscuits that are crisp on the outside and deliciously chewy in the middle – they'll go down a treat with guests at an afternoon tea

These tangy, delicate little bites make a great addition to finger sandwiches for a sophisticated afternoon tea

Fill light choux pastry with a creamy vanilla custard and Greek yogurt filling then finish with fresh fruit for a lower-sugar afternoon tea treat

Enjoy our vegan version of scones, which uses soy milk and vegan vegetable spread to replace the dairy. Serve with vegan cream and your favourite jam

This Pimm's cup cocktail is a true taste of summer. Make up this fruity punch with lemonade, fresh mint leaves, cucumber, orange slices and strawberries

Transform an egg mayo sandwich into something special with curry flavours, mango chutney and spring onions. Pack into a lunchbox and be the envy of your workmates

Rustle up a moreish chocolate chip banana bread – it’s a great way to use up ripe bananas that are lingering in the fruit bowl

Try these peanut butter and jam cheesecake squares. We’ve chosen a fruit topping, but you could opt for chocolate – turning it into a giant peanut butter cup.

This fruity cake uses ground rice and almond extract for a cheaper bake - perfect for a cake sale or as a teatime treat