Afternoon tea

The classic sweet treat that pleases adults and children alike - deliciously chewy almond nougat.

Indulge in a baked, fruity treat with this peace and rose frangipane tart. Drizzle with honey to serve and enjoy the peach slices and almond undertones.

Add some sweet and sour bliss to an Austrian favourite. Layered with nutritious morello cherries, cinnamon, coconut and delicate filo pastry, this is sure to please your tastebuds.

No one will be able to stop munching on these delicious savoury muffins, filled with feta, cottage cheese and spinach

Wonderfully fluffy and moist, this apricot slice is packed full of sweetness and texture.

The sweetness of apricots and figs are brilliant paired with flaky golden pastry in this classic tart.

Perfect for afternoon tea or a delicious dessert this nectarine cake is fruity, sweet and soft.

Unleash your creativity whipping up these minced fruit and nut pies with a brandy kick. They can be shaped into stars, snowflakes or topped with sweet meringue to offer something for everyone at your next special social gathering.

Classic scones are easy to make and a delicious addition to any afternoon tea.

This is a jelly that adults will get on board with - beautifully flavoured with fresh lychees and almond essence.

A colourful and creative slice that can be made in less than 15 minutes. A perfect sweet treat for kids and adults alike.

Rich, crumbly, chocolatey biscuits are sandwiched with a rich coffee cream filling to create these divine bite sized treats. Enjoy with a mug of coffee or tea for a lovely sweet treat.

Delight your family and friends with this beautiful upside down dessert served fresh out of the oven. Indulge your senses with decadent chocolate cake topped with juicy, sweet tender pears.

These golden biscuits are delicious and great to make with the kids. Full of crunchy walnuts and chewy apricot pieces, they'll be a sure-fire hit!

An easy coffee cake to make for afternoon tea. Spread with butter and serve warm.

A toasty combination of wholesome rolled oats with dried fruit makes a feel-good treat for a morning and afternoon tea, or lunchbox snack for your kids.

Reward yourself for afternoon tea or after dinner by devouring this creamy italian dessert infused with a coffee kick and topped with sweet white chocolate.

Impress at your next party or celebration with these divine home-made eclairs filled with vanilla custard cream and glazed with rich chocolate.

Sweet meets tangy and tart in this juicy, fragrant fruit and vegetable conserve. It's ideal as a spread with breakfast, morning or afternoon tea - or better still, as a fabulous home-made gift.

These tartlets are the perfect little high tea treat. Was there ever a pair better than rich dark chocolate and tangy orange rind? We don't think so.

This family classic is perfect for a cool winter's evening, the ultimate crumbly comfort food packed full of juicy fruit to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Sensational as a dessert accompaniment or to enjoy on it's own, this simple, no-cook creation produces plenty of creamy, sweet blocks of coconut and dried cranberries to share.

Bringing together the flavours of coconut, coffee and chocolate, these mocha slices make a great snack, and perfect gift.

Stop then go! Green, red and orange lollies create these cute kid's party biscuits.

Introduce an uplifting zing to morning or afternoon tea with a friend, by enjoying this lemony almond and polenta cake. A hint of orange blossom water makes it refreshingly satisfying.

Awaken the senses at morning or afternoon tea time, by sharing out these flavour-packed savoury biscuits.

Deliciously moist, this sour cream and apple cake is perfect served straight from the oven with a dollop of ice-cream.

This dense sweet fruit loaf is beautiful served sliced, hot out of the oven, with a spread of cream cheese.

Naturally sweet and perfectly fluffy, prepare this golden date, carrot and honey loaf for your family and friends. Enjoy your loaf warm, sliced and with a cup of tea any time of the day.

This decadent chocolate and raspberry slice is devilishly good - try and resist a piece!

Pop your feet up on the couch, and cut yourself a slice of this warm, moist apple cinnamon tea cake to go with a mug of your favourite brew.

Delight your guests with an irresistible assortment of antipasto goodies waiting to be gobbled up over a glass of wine.

Perfect for an after school snack or a tasty lunchbox treat - these cheese and vegemite embrace classic Aussie flavours in a delicious baked bread.

Chocolate and zucchini are an unlikely team, but this combination really does work a treat. A clever way to get the kids to eat vegetables without them knowing they're eating vegetables!

This snazzy, fruity frozen dessert is the perfect tonic to unwind on a hot summer day. It also makes for an uplifting Mother's Day treat.

Indulge in a fresh pot of tea or coffee with this irresistible vanilla biscuits. They take just 30 minutes to make and are so soft, sweet and buttery they will simply melt in your mouth.

Brighten up your morning or afternoon with these stone fruit and nutty french cake delights.

Packed full of sweet, chewy fig pieces and wholesome grains, these tasty homemade muesli bars are perfect for a mid-morning snack or school lunchbox treat.

This decadent slice showcases all the wonderful features of a delicious classic cheesecake, plus a beautiful apricot swirl throughout the creamy centre.

Jazz up a special occasion with this sweet and creamy passionfruit sponge cake with white chocolate collar.

Dark chocolate and raspberries are one of those perfect food pairings that you can never go wrong with and these scrumptious cupcakes don't let that reputation down.

This scrumptious tart combines sweet and sour flavours to become a crowd-pleasing dessert, high tea or special afternoon treat.

Jam-packed full of sweet chewy cherries, crunchy nuts and cornflakes and decadent dark chocolate - the classic Florentine slice makes the ultimate accompaniment to a cup of hot coffee.

These hearty savoury muffins are great for lunchboxes, morning tea and even breakfast on the run.

Perfect for a winter's dessert or decadent weekend treat, this almond cherry pithivier is bursting with flavour.

Made with golden, crumbly pastry, these delicious flaked salmon and brie quiches are wonderfully light and tasty. Packed full of nutrients and wonderful flavours, this savoury dish can be enjoyed any time of the day.

These light and fluffy scones are made without butter to create a beautiful morning tea treat with less fat. Serve them warm with a slice of sweet jam for a beautiful treat.

The whole family will love these cranberry and oat cookies, fresh from the oven.

Enjoy the cool, fruity flavours of fresh apple swirled throughout creamy vanilla custard - absolutely perfect for an afternoon treat.

Create your own apricot and vanilla jam for your family and friends.

Why enjoy just one dessert when you can mix the best elements of two? Covered in crumbled macaroon pieces this cherry and coconut cake is sure to wow.

You don't have to be in France to indulge in this decadent dessert. Bite through the light outer-layer of these treats to reach the rich chocolate ganache centre.

This recipe has chocolate, raspberries, coffee cream and hazelnut and takes just 30 minutes to make. If that doesn't make your mouth water then absolutely nothing will.

Delight your family and friends with this rich, juicy citrus cake. The delightfully dense dessert goes superbly with a drizzling of zesty syrup that soaks into the cake.

Featuring sublime coconut poured over a baked shortcrust pastry case smothered with sweet golden syrup, this will reach beyond simply tart lovers.

Want to give a twist to an Australian favourite for Christmas or a special occasion? Whip up these stunning individual pavlovas ahead of then lace with fresh fruit and shredded coconut.

This buttery and citrusy marmalade pudding serves as a riveting afternoon tea or dessert - especially in winter.

Keep 'em coming back for more with this rich, indulgent dessert. Pears infused with cinnamon add a soft texture to this tart while rich, dark chocolate sauce satisfies the chocaholic in us all.

This filling, fruity, low-fat yoghurt smoothie is a great after-school drink for kids.

This humble sweet bread pudding is incredibly satisfying, easy to make and tastes heavenly served warm with a drizzle of fresh cream.

This creamy caramelised and baked mixture, enjoyed alongside juicy, sweet pears, is the ideal afternoon pick-me-up or pleasurable dessert.

The deliciously dense loaf is perfect for an afternoon treat (or morning, we won't judge). Crunchy pecans contrast with the soft, moist texture of this banana bread making it all-round winner.

A modern take on Grandma's classic apple pie. Replace chunks of apple with pear and blackberry but keep that golden pastry crust. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for traditional comfort food.

For a different spin on a favourite morning or afternoon snack, try these gratifying cheese, corn and bacon muffins either warm or cool.

Heaven comes in the shape of a log with this chocolate roulade. Mixed with a thick coffee cream this only takes 30 minutes to bake and even less time to eat!

Perfect for those hot summer days by the water, prepare this glorious cold seafood platter for your family and friends. Prawns, salmon and Balmain bugs are wonderful accompanied by a zesty herb yoghurt and a squeeze of lemon.

Marshmallows add a gooey note to this brownie. Have a slice for afternoon tea or serve with ice cream for a decadent dessert.

This was one of the first recipes I was allowed to make on my own as a child, and I now see why my mum chose it. It has lots of measuring, sifting, rubbing in with your fingers and gentle mixing – although I thought the best bit was eating them warm straight out of […]

These easy recipes are a great way to get the kids baking.

While the kids are baking, whip up these savoury delights to round off a splendid afternoon tea.

A classic afternoon tea biscuit with added raspberries for a modern touch.

Rolling the chilled dough between floured sheets of baking paper ensures it won’t stick to the bench or rolling pin.

With classic Mediterranean flavours this ricotta cake is hearty and wholesome; just crunch through that delicious tap layer of pecans to enjoy.

Serve this versatile fudge-like chocolate cake as a dessert with ice-cream, for morning or afternoon tea, or freeze in slices to pop into a work or school lunchbox.

This eclectic mix of layered fruit sprinkled with a citrus zing is more than just pleasing to the eye.

This versatile zesty spread can form the base of an amazing dessert pie or tart, serve as a substitute for jam on afternoon tea scones, or even coat your morning toast.

Boasting wine, fruit and spice, this refreshing chilled beverage is brimming with festive season cheer. It also pours well as a summer party pleaser.

No need to spend hours on this fruit and nut tart; it takes just 45 minutes and with juicy nectarine and apricot slices will have you coming back for more.

Spoil the special woman in your life or someone soon to embark on the motherhood journey, with these heart-warming and nutritiously guilt-free cookies.

This fluffy and aromatic cake will warm the spirits with undertones of cinnamon while baked plums provide a rich, juicy flavour.

Transform this renowned chocolate pleasure with healthy cranberries and wholesome pistachios - then indulge relatively guilt-free.

Cool your family and friends down on a scorching summer day with this kid-friendly, fruity refresher.

Buttery and fluffy, these red velvet cupcakes adorned with silky smooth vanilla or peppermint frosting are a fun Christmas treat.

These apple and cinnamon souffles are perfectly fluffy and filled with beautiful spices and warm baked fruit.

These delicate fruity cakes combine the citrus of orange rind with the sweetness of raspberries.

This recipe is from The Australian Women's Weekly Cupcakes and cake pops cookbook

Indulge in tangy lemon and fluffy meringue on a buttery, biscuity base for a deliciously zesty sweet treat.

This Marshmallow Slice takes almost no cooking and minimal preparation. Serve for morning or afternoon tea, take to work to share with your friends, or put a batch together for a children's party.

Enjoy all the brilliant flavours of Anzac Biscuits in cake form, enhanced beautifully with a sweet honey icing. This makes a delicious morning or afternoon tea.

Sink your fork into a slice of this warm moist cake, perfectly topped with crunchy almonds and tender apple pieces. It goes brilliantly with a dollop of fresh cream.

A delightful buttery slice filled with fruit, nuts and topped with an irresistible lemon icing.

This crumbly macadamia and apricot slice is jam-packed full of texture, sweetness and irresistible flavours that'll keep you coming back for more.

Coffee lovers will enjoy making these creamy no-cook cheesecakes. They take no time at all and can be made ahead and stored in the fridge until needed.

Chopped dates and walnuts give this traditional English teatime treat a contemporary makeover.

Sweet, sugary and fruity, these golden fluffy muffins have a divine baked custard top and tender rhubarb pieces swirled throughout.

Who can resist the sweet delights of a hundreds and thousands biscuit? Recreate everyone's favourite with this classic recipe.

Switch up this classic with nutty wholemeal flour for a hearty afternoon tea.

To make lunchtime morsels, add a few rocket leaves to the mix with the salmon, then bake in regular-sized muffin tins.