Afternoon Tea Recipe
A traditional tea service with a selection of pastries and sandwiches.
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Ingredients
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Pastries
Sandwiches
Tea
Method
Pastry Preparation
- 1
Make the Pastry Batter
In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and milk. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- 2
Bake the Pastries
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool, then sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and top with fresh berries.
Sandwich Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Sandwiches
Spread a generous layer of cream cheese on one side of the bread slices. Thinly slice the cucumber and layer it on half of the bread slices. On the other half, place the smoked salmon and drizzle with lemon juice. Combine the two halves to form sandwiches, and cut into quarters if desired. Garnish with fresh dill.
