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Afternoon Tea

Cultural Context

Afternoon Tea originated in Britain in the early 19th century, popularized by Anna, the Duchess of Bedford. It was a social event to bridge the gap between lunch and dinner, featuring a selection of tea, sandwiches, scones, and pastries. This elegant tradition has evolved into a cherished ritual, often enjoyed in hotels and tea rooms worldwide, celebrating the art of relaxation and conversation.

BritishGBother
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Plain flour ~300g
Sugar ~40g
Butter ~60g
Warm milk ~140ml
Salt ~1tsp
Fresh yeast ~12g (dry 2tsp)
Extra butter ~150g
Vanilla pudding mix ~74g
Sugar ~30g
Butter ~2tbsp
Milk ~800ml
Puff pastry ~1
Chocolate chips ~as required
Water ~120ml
Sugar ~1tbsp
Butter ~50g
Plain flour ~75g
Eggs ~3
Salt ~1/2 tsp
Chocolate ~150g
Butter ~2tbsp

clotted cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped cream

Greek yogurt is lighter and still creamy.

black tea

🥗Healthier: green tea

💰Cheaper: black tea bags

Green tea offers antioxidants with less caffeine.

scones

🥗Healthier: oat scones

💰Cheaper: biscuits

Oat scones are healthier while biscuits are more affordable.

smoked salmon

🥗Healthier: cooked salmon

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Canned salmon is budget-friendly and still nutritious.

1

Brew black tea in a teapot with boiling water for 3-5 minutes.

2

Prepare scones by mixing flour, butter, and sugar until crumbly.

3

Add milk and mix until a dough forms; shape into rounds.

4

Bake scones in a preheated oven until golden, about 15-20 minutes.

5

Let scones cool slightly before serving with clotted cream and jam.

6

Prepare finger sandwiches by spreading butter on bread slices.

7

Layer cucumber, smoked salmon, or egg salad on the bread and cut into small pieces.

8

Arrange pastries and cookies on a serving platter.

9

Serve brewed tea in cups with milk and sugar on the side.

10

Present the entire spread on a tiered stand for an elegant display.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Cream TeaHigh Tea

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