Catch up over a cuppa and gorge on beautiful bite-sized treats with our mouth-watering afternoon tea recipe ideas. The quintessentially British meal has been enjoyed across the nation for nearly two whole centuries and it’s a truly delicious way to indulge your taste buds while also having a nice little natter with your friends.

Lay out a delicious spread and try baking some of our best afternoon tea recipes in the comfort of your own kitchen. We’ve got sensational sweet and savoury options to try out below, including plenty of picks for those who follow a vegan diet.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with classic afternoon tea options such as fluffy homemade scones, rich chocolate brownies and raspberry Bakewell slices topped with maraschino cherries. Hoping to really impress your afternoon tea guests? Treat them to some mini portions of delectable dark chocolate mousse featuring a crunchy biscuit base and a dollop of cream as a garnish.

As well as keeping you sated in between lunch and dinner, a sumptuous afternoon tea is also the perfect meal to mark a special occasion. Why not plan out a menu of miniature delights for an upcoming birthday party or a milestone anniversary celebration?