50+ Platinum Jubilee Tea Party Recipes
Celebrate the Queen's 70th Jubilee in style!
As the Queen's 70th year on the throne approaches, it's time to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. While the anniversary's official date was the 6th of February, there will be celebrations happening throughout the year, with the highlight being the extra long bank holiday weekend which takes place from 2nd to 5th June 2022.
The bank holiday promises to be full of street parties and tea parties. If you're throwing a party yourself or going to one (and don't want to arrive empty handed) we have lots of wonderful recipes perfect for the occasion.
From traditional scones and Victoria sponges, sandwiches to fruity loaf cakes, and scotch eggs to potato salads, you'll be able to serve up a banquet fit for the Queen!
It wouldn't be a party without a trifle and although we have many trifle recipes to choose from we think our strawberry and basil trifle is perfect for a June party.
The perfect jug of Pimm's with all the trimming feels right also and we have been inspired by the summer drink to develop a host of recipes including Pimm's cupcakes and even a Pimm's cheesecake - which is a real showstopper.
For savoury options it doesn't get any simpler, or more appropriate, than a cucumber sandwich. We make ours with unsalted butter and thick cut white bread. For the filling we use cream cheese mixed with chopped mint (for extra summery freshness) and then add the cucumber slices on top.
Herby Devilled Eggs
If you’ve never tried a devilled egg before, now’s the time to embrace this retro classic. We’ve given 2 garnish options - a bacon shard and cheese crisp. Use either, both, or simply finish the eggs with a sprinkle of herbs and paprika instead.
Recipe: Herby Devilled Eggs
Vegan Macarons
These naturally gluten-free, chewy treats are wonderful with a cup of tea. Make sure your chocolate is gluten-free, if needed.
Recipe: Vegan Macarons
Coconut Macaroons
These naturally gluten-free, chewy treats are wonderful with a cup of tea. Make sure your chocolate is gluten-free, if needed
Recipe: Coconut Macaroons
Mocha Fondant Fancies
These cakes are a labour of love, but well worth the effort. An ingenious halved truffle makes the dome at the top. If you don’t like coffee, swap in 1tbsp vanilla bean paste into both the sponge and buttercream.
Recipe: Mocha Fondant Fancies
Pimm’s Scones
Inspired by a favourite summer cocktail, these decadent scones up the ante of any afternoon tea.
Recipe: Pimm’s Scones
Coronation Chicken Pies
Guests will love these individual pies with a mellow curried filling. Be as creative as you like with the decoration, we’ve gone with pastry crowns, or keep them plain, if pushed for time.
Recipe: Coronation Chicken Pies
Lox Brioche Rolls
A speedy pickled cucumber adds freshness to this classic combination. Use sliced white bread, if you prefer.
Recipe: Lox Brioche Rolls
‘Chuna’ Mayo Sandwiches
A vegan version of the ever-popular tuna sandwich. Remember to check your bread choice is suitable too.
Recipe: ‘Chuna’ Mayo Sandwiches
Pastrami Bagel Quarters
Quick to assemble and packed with flavour. If you don’t like Jarlsberg, you can use any sliced hard cheese.
Recipe: Pastrami Bagel Quarters
Ploughman’s Scones
We’ve taken this traditional lunch and turned it into an easy and delicious scone recipe.
Recipe: Ploughman’s Scones
Mini Watercress and Salmon Pies
These little pies are perfect for a garden party celebration this Jubilee season. If you don’t like watercress, try baby spinach instead.
Recipe: Mini Watercress and Salmon Pies
Rhubarb and Custard Éclairs - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
Transport yourself back to your childhood with our rhubarb and custard éclairs. Put your patisserie skills to the test and treat your guests to these delicious choux pastries, filled with crème pâtissière and poached rhubarb, topped with icing and crushed sweets!
Recipe: Rhubarb and Custard Éclairs
Curry Rarebit Bites - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
These mini bites are easy to make and perfect for a Jubilee party. If you like things a little hotter, add extra chilli powder to taste.
Recipe: Curry Rarebit Bites
Strawberry Cream Doughnuts - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
A summery twist on a doughnut and just right for the Platinum Jubilee in June. Filled with a mouthwatering take on strawberries and cream, these impressive doughnuts are sure to become a new favourite.
Recipe: Strawberry Cream Doughnuts
Classic Iced Buns - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
A nostalgic favourite, these soft, sweet buns are so much better than shop-bought!
Recipe: Classic Iced Buns
Pimm's Cupcakes - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
The Jubilee is a time to celebrate and what better way to that than Pimm's. With a citrusy tender sponge, minty cream cheese icing and sticky Pimm's syrup, these cupcakes are a perfect summer afternoon tea treat.
Recipe: Pimm's Cupcakes
Pesto Potato Salad - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
Super simple and packed with flavour: you’ll never buy potato salad again!
Recipe: Pesto Potato Salad
Pimms - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
Here's everything you need to know about making the Summer cocktail.
Recipe: Pimms
Cherry Bakewell Cookie Cups - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
Oh how we love cherry bakewell tarts, and we've stuffed these cookie cups with the flavours for the perfect treat.
Recipe: Cherry Bakewell Cookie Cups
Pumpernickel Bites - best Jubilee tea party recipes 2022
Easy to eat, these delicious salmon or beetroot pumpernickel bites are sure to delight.
Recipe: Pumpernickel Bites
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