50 Best Tea Party Recipes: From Savory to Sweet Bites

Throwing a tea party? The right mix of sweet and savory bites makes all the difference! Whether you’re hosting an elegant afternoon tea or a casual get-together with friends, this collection of 50 tea party recipes has something for everyone!

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Sweet Treats

Every tea party needs a little something sweet! From rich chocolate truffles to delicate lavender cookies, these treats add just the right touch of indulgence.

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Lemon Lavender Cookies
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Lemon Lavender Cookies
These lemon lavender tea cookies are topped with a tasty glaze and perfect for your tea party!
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2
Mini Blueberry Scones
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Mini Blueberry Scones
These mini blueberry scones are made with fresh blueberries and are perfect for displaying in a basket or platter for a tea party!
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3
Earl Grey Cupcakes
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Earl Grey Cupcakes
These earl grey cupcakes are a delight at any tea party!
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4
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Topped with a lemonade icing, these lemon poppy seed muffins are tea party perfection! You could even bag one in a cellophane bag with a little yellow bow for a sweet party favor!
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5
Mini Victoria Sponge Cake Recipe
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Mini Victoria Sponge Cake Recipe
This mini Victoria sponge cake recipe features golden, buttery cakes sandwiched with vanilla buttercream and raspberry jam for a classic afternoon tea party treat that’s as easy to make as cupcakes!
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6
Almond Petit Fours
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Almond Petit Fours
Classic almond petit fours are the perfect sweet treat for any tea party! Top them with a little design, monogram, or just leave blank – they all taste amazing!
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7
Easy Madeleine Cookies
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Easy Madeleine Cookies
These petite Madeleine cookies are a French-inspired treat! They are tender, cake-like cookies that make the perfect snack or light dessert.
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8
French Macarons
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French Macarons
French macarons might be intimidating but fear not, this step-by-step tutorial will walk you through everything you need to do to make these delightful French treats!
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9
Mini Strawberry Tartlets
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Mini Strawberry Tartlets
Mini Strawberry Tartlets are filled with a strawberry cream cheese nestled atop a Golden Oreo crust for the perfect bite-sized delights.
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10
Homemade Chocolate Truffles
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Homemade Chocolate Truffles
Chocolate truffles are so easy to make at home with chocolate and heavy cream. Roll them in variety of toppings to make edible gifts.
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Savory Bites

Balance out the sweetness with a variety of delicious savory options. Think dainty cucumber bites, flavorful tartlets, and bite-sized delights that pair perfectly with your favorite tea.

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Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese
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Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese
An easy tea party appetizer, these Cucumber Bites with Cream Cheese and Dill are just fantastic, easy, and oh so tasty!
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12
Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches
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Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches
Bring sophistication to your tea party or Mother’s Day celebration with this classic egg salad tea sandwiches recipe. Enjoy these dainty and elegant sandwiches!
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13
Stuffed Endive with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
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Stuffed Endive with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
Endive boats stuffed with goat cheese, pears, prosciutto, walnuts & herbs are a perfect combo!
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14
Mini Quiche Recipe
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Mini Quiche Recipe
This mini quiche recipe combines fresh veggies, cheese, and eggs, baked in a flaky crust. Great for any tea party!
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15
Puff Pastry Parmesan Twists (Cheese Straws)
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Puff Pastry Parmesan Twists (Cheese Straws)
Crispy, buttery Puff Pastry Parmesan Twists are made with store-bought puff pastry, parmesan cheese and delicious seasonings!
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16
Fresh Veggie Zucchini Roll-Ups
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Fresh Veggie Zucchini Roll-Ups
These Fresh Veggie Zucchini Roll-Ups are crisp, crunchy and flavoured with Caesar cream cheese. They’re a perfect party appetizer or healthy snack for kids.
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17
Greek Salad Skewers
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Greek Salad Skewers
Serve up Greek salad on a stick with these delicious Greek Salad Skewers, an easy appetizer for any occasion!
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18
Crab Puffs
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Crab Puffs
An appetizer so elegant, no one will believe it’s homemade! With just a handful of everyday ingredients, these Crab Puffs are sure to win everyone over.
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19
Asparagus Crostini Appetizer
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Asparagus Crostini Appetizer
Looking for an asparagus appetizer? These asparagus crostini can be prepped ahead and are delicious – a perfect starter!
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20
Smoked Salmon Canapés
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Smoked Salmon Canapés
A delicious savory bite for adding a touch of elegance to your tea party menu!
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21
Ham & Cheese Savory Palmiers
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Ham & Cheese Savory Palmiers
Easy to make, and fast to disappear, these Savory Palmiers will be the star of any tea party table!
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22
Miniature Avocado Toasts
Miniature Avocado Toasts
Make party-ready Mini Avocado Toasts with crumbled feta, chopped walnuts, and my favorite seasoning for the perfect tea party appetizer!
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23
Brie, Prosciutto and Fruit Skewers
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Brie, Prosciutto and Fruit Skewers
An easy and elegant appetizer, these Brie, Prosciutto and Fruit Skewers are ready in minutes and can be made in advance!
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24
Croque Madame Cups
A savory bite that's delicious for a hearty addition to your tea party spread!
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25
Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Honey
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Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Honey
The perfect party appetizer, make these Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Honey, Pistachios and Crisp Green Apple!
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Finger Sandwiches

It’s not a tea party without finger sandwiches! Whether you stick to classics like chicken salad or try something unexpected, these mini sandwiches are a must.

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Mini Chicken Salad Croissants
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Mini Chicken Salad Croissants
Chicken salad with crunchy celery, red grapes in a homemade poppy seed dressing
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27
Tea Party Cucumber Sandwich
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Tea Party Cucumber Sandwich
A cucumber sandwich is perfect for brunch, lunch or afternoon tea. Quality ingredients, and the easiest directions ever, make these the best!
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28
Masters Pimento Cheese Sandwiches Recipe
Pimento Cheese Sanwiches
A tea party specialty, these pimento cheese tea sandwiches are delightful!
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29
Easy Italian Pinwheels
Easy Italian Pinwheels
Easy Italian pinwheels appetizers have a flavorful cream cheese spread, crisp lettuce, provolone cheese and all of the favorite Italian meats!
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30
French Dip Roast Beef Pinwheels Appetizer
French Dip Roast Beef Pinwheels
The ultimate party appetizer, these easy French Dip Pinwheels are loaded with roast beef, provolone cheese and caramelized onions.
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Scones & Pastries

A tea party staple, scones and pastries bring that traditional charm to your spread. Whether you love classic English-style scones or fun twists on the original, there’s something here for you.

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British scones - Caroline’s Cooking
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British scones – Caroline’s Cooking
British scones are a classic to enjoy as part of a ‘cream tea’ with jam and cream – easy to make, soft and buttery, they’re delicious in every bite.
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32
Raspberry Scones
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Raspberry Scones
These raspberry scones are wonderfully soft, packed with juicy fruit and topped with a bright lemon drizzle.
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33
Cream Cheese Danish
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Cream Cheese Danish
This homemade Cream Cheese Danish is quick, easy, and the perfect breakfast pastry (or dessert) to pair with a hot cup of coffee! It’s made with a cream cheese filling inside of puff pastry topped with a sweet and creamy vanilla icing.
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34
Berry Cream Tarts
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Berry Cream Tarts
A delicious berry cream tart that's perfect for a tea party!
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35
Easy Almond Croissants
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Easy Almond Croissants
These Easy Almond Croissants recipe shows you how to transform store-bought croissants into a delicious French-style pastry.
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Unique Sweet Bites

Looking for something a little different? These sweet treats go beyond the usual, featuring flavors like lavender, rose, and warm spices for a special touch.

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Vanilla Bean Shortbread Cookies
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Vanilla Bean Shortbread Cookies
Vanilla Bean Shortbread Cookies are a simple, buttery cookie perfect for afternoon tea, after school snacks, or any time of day.
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37
Financiers (French Almond Cakes)
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Financiers (French Almond Cakes)
Financiers (French Almond Cakes) are traditional small pastries with a light moist sponge cake texture a crispy crust outside
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38
Rose Shortbread Cookies
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Rose Shortbread Cookies
Bake these simple and elegant Rose Petal Shortbread cookies that are tender, crumbly, and crispy with an amazing rose flavor.
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39
Orange Blossom Bundt Cake
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Orange Blossom Bundt Cake
This alluring orange blossom bundt cake is moist and buttery. It is naturally flavored with orange zest and orange blossom water.
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40
Lavender Lemon Bars
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Lavender Lemon Bars
A delightful little bite perfect for any tea party!
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41
Mini Cheesecake Bites
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Mini Cheesecake Bites
Learn how to make cheesecake bites with a simple graham cracker cookie crust topped with classic creamy cheesecake, & dipped in chocolate!
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International Inspired

Take a tea-time trip around the world with treats inspired by global traditions! From Japanese mochi to French palmiers, these recipes bring international flair to your table.

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Japanese Matcha Shortbread Cookies
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Japanese Matcha Shortbread Cookies
Rich, crumbly, and not too sweet matcha checkerboard shortbread cookies. Super easy to make and you can use up your matcha making cookies to share with friends.
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43
French Palmiers
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French Palmiers
You can easily make French palmiers with quick puff pastry. These crunchy palmiers are so delicious with simple ingredients!
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44
Russian Tea Cakes
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Russian Tea Cakes
Also known as Mexican Wedding Cookies, Snowballs, or just Tea Cakes, are easy to make, crunchy sugar-dusted nut balls that are melt-in-your mouth delicious!
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45
Chinese Almond Cookies
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Chinese Almond Cookies
These delicious & traditional Chinese Almond Cookies are dense, sandy, and crunchy. A classic cookie that you’ll love!
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46
Authentic Italian Amaretti Biscuits Recipe
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Authentic Italian Amaretti Biscuits Recipe
Traditional Italian Amaretti Biscuits are soft and chewy on the inside, with crispy edges for the best almond cookie you’ve ever tasted.
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Specialty Items

Want to wow your guests? These show-stopping treats are as beautiful as they are delicious, making your tea party feel extra special.

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Mini Pavlovas
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Mini Pavlovas
Impress everyone with this mini pavlova recipe! Perfect for any tea party!
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48
Blackberry Fruit Jellies
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Blackberry Fruit Jellies
Blackberry Pate de Fruit-soft, melt in your mouth jellies made with real blackberry juice. They’re rolled in vanilla sugar for a pretty & tasty finish.
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Chocolate Covered Strawberries
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Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Learn how to make the BEST Chocolate Covered Strawberries at home! Check out all my favorite tips and tricks for perfect chocolate dipped berries that look as good as they taste.
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Caramel Mousse Cakes
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Caramel Mousse Cakes
A mousse cake might seem like an impossible baking feat, but it actually couldn’t be simpler to prepare! A healthier take on a fancy dessert.
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With this lineup of recipes, you’ll have everything you need for a tea party that’s as tasty as it is memorable. Now, let’s get the kettle on! ☕✨

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