tea time Recipes
28 delicious tea time recipes from around the world
Biscotti di Prato (Tuscan Almond Cookies)
Authentic Tuscan almond cookies, also known as Cantucci or Biscotti di Prato. These twice-baked, crunchy delights are traditionally served with Vin Santo for dipping, but are also delicious on their own. The absence of butter or oil contributes to their signature crispness.
Chelsea Bun
A classic British spiral bun, generously filled with currants and warm spices, baked to a sticky, sweet perfection. A true taste of London.
Classic British Scones
Fluffy, tender British scones, perfect for a traditional cream tea. Serve with clotted cream and jam.
Crumpets
Classic British griddle cakes, known for their wonderfully spongy texture and signature honeycomb of holes. Perfect for a comforting tea time treat.
Eccles Cake
Flaky, sweet currant pastries originating from Lancashire, England. These individual tart-like pastries are a classic British treat.
Madeleines
Delicate French shell cakes, known for their distinctive hump and tender, buttery crumb. A classic treat, famously associated with Proust's literary recollections.
Pryaniki (Russian Honey Spice Cookies)
Soft, fragrant Russian honey spice cookies, traditionally sweetened and flavored with a warm spice blend. These pryaniki are delightful served with tea.
Sochnik (Russian Quark Pastry)
Delicate, half-moon shaped pastries filled with a sweet, creamy quark (tvorog) mixture. Perfect for afternoon tea or a light dessert.
Victoria Sponge
A quintessential British cake, the Victoria Sponge features two light and airy sponge layers generously filled with sweet strawberry jam and whipped cream, often dusted with powdered sugar. It's a timeless classic, famously named after Queen Victoria.
Εekerpare
Turkish semolina cookies in syrup - almond-topped cookies soaked in syrup. Tea time sweet.
Revani
Turkish semolina cake - syrup-soaked semolina sponge. Tea time classic.
Namoura
Lebanese semolina cake - syrup-soaked semolina with tahini topping. Tea time.
Nan-e Berenji
Persian rice cookies - delicate rose water rice flour cookies. Tea time treat.
Kuih Lapis (Malaysian Layered Cake)
A vibrant and visually appealing steamed layered cake, perfect as a delightful tea-time treat. This recipe guides you through creating beautiful, distinct layers of color and flavor.
Kuih Talam (Two-Layer Pandan and Coconut Cake)
A beloved Malaysian tea-time treat, Kuih Talam features two distinct layers: a fragrant green pandan base and a creamy white coconut topping, both with a delightfully soft and slightly chewy texture.
Namoura (Lebanese Semolina Cake)
A delightful Lebanese tea-time treat: a moist, syrup-soaked semolina cake topped with tahini and a single almond on each piece. This recipe offers a detailed guide to achieving a perfectly golden and fragrant Namoura.
Nan-e Berenji (Persian Rice Cookies)
Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth Persian rice cookies infused with the fragrant aroma of rose water. Perfect for enjoying with tea.
Pakora
Crispy and savory vegetable fritters made with a gram flour (besan) batter, perfect as a tea-time snack, especially during the monsoon season.
Εekerpare
Delicate Turkish semolina cookies, topped with an almond and generously soaked in a sweet lemon-infused syrup. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet ending to a meal.
Alfajores
Argentine dulce de leche sandwich cookies - tender, melt-in-your-mouth cornstarch cookies filled with rich caramel and coated in coconut. A quintessential treat for 'merienda' (afternoon tea).
Alfajores Peruanos
Delicate, crumbly Peruvian cookies made with a tender dough, sandwiched together with rich dulce de leche (manjar blanco), and dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet treat.
Pastafrola (Argentine Quince Tart)
A classic Argentine tea-time treat, Pastafrola is a sweet shortcrust pastry tart filled with quince paste (membrillo) and often topped with a decorative lattice. It's a beloved dessert with Italian roots, perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or mate.
Ghriba Bahla (Moroccan Cracked Cookies)
Authentic Moroccan Ghriba Bahla are delightful, crumbly cookies characterized by their signature cracked surface. Infused with the nutty flavors of sesame and almonds, these cookies are a perfect accompaniment to a cup of traditional Moroccan mint tea.
Hertzoggie
A classic South African sweet treat featuring a crisp shortcrust pastry shell filled with sweet apricot jam and topped with a chewy coconut meringue.