English Afternoon Tea with Assorted Sweets

☕ Discover the classic English afternoon tea platter!

Enjoy fluffy homemade scones, light sponge cake filled with strawberry jam and vanilla custard, and delicate vanilla cream dessert cups — all beautifully presented and perfect for sharing with friends or loved ones.
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Whether you’re hosting a tea party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a luxurious treat, this selection of British-style sweets is easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

English Afternoon Tea with Assorted Sweets

1️⃣ Sponge Cake with Jam & Custard

• 🍰 Light sponge cake

• 🍓 Strawberry jam

• 🍮 Vanilla custard

• 🍬 Powdered sugar for garnish

2️⃣ Cream Dessert Cups

• 🥛 Vanilla cream

• 🍯 Honey or caramel layer

• 🍓 Fresh strawberry slice for decoration

3️⃣ Scones

• 🌾 Self-raising flour

• 🧈 Cold butter

• 🥛 Milk

• 🧂 Pinch of salt

• 🍶 Whipped cream for serving

• 🍊 Marmalade or physalis fruit for garnish

🍰 For the Sponge Cake Slices:

1. Prepare a light sponge cake and cut into rectangular slices.

2. Spread strawberry jam and a layer of vanilla custard between the layers.

3. Dust with powdered sugar and top with a fresh strawberry slice.

🍮 For the Cream Dessert Cups:

1. Make vanilla cream and pour it into small glasses.

2. Add a thin layer of honey or caramel.

3. Garnish with half a strawberry.

🍪 For the Scones:

1. Mix the flour, salt, and cold butter until crumbly.

2. Add milk and gently knead into a smooth dough.

3. Shape into rounds and bake until golden.

4. Serve warm with whipped cream and jam or physalis fruit.

😋 Enjoy your delightful English afternoon tea experience!