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Traditional Afternoon Tea Recipe

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Nov 28 2025

1h

Serves 4

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Make Traditional Afternoon Tea in just 1h . A selection of freshly made sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and a variety of pastries.

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Ingredients

Sandwiches

Scones

Pastries

Preparation

Sandwiches

1. Prepare Cucumber Sandwiches

Thinly slice the cucumber and set aside.

2. Make Cream Cheese Spread

In a bowl, mix cream cheese with chopped dill until well combined.

3. Assemble Sandwiches

Spread the cream cheese mixture on 4 slices of white bread. Layer the cucumber slices on top and cover with the remaining bread slices. Cut into quarters.

4. Prepare Smoked Salmon Sandwiches

Spread cream cheese on another 4 slices of bread, add smoked salmon, and top with another slice of bread. Cut into quarters.

Scones

5. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

6. Add Butter

Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.

7. Add Sugar and Milk

Stir in the sugar, then gradually add the milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.

8. Shape and Bake Scones

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, knead gently, and pat into a 2.5 cm thick round. Cut out scones using a cutter and place on a baking tray. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

9. Serve with Clotted Cream and Jam

Allow the scones to cool slightly, then serve warm with clotted cream and jam.

Pastries

10. Arrange Pastries

On a serving platter, arrange the assorted pastries in an appealing manner for guests to enjoy.

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