Tea breads and buns
Don't be daunted by the idea of baking your own goodies. It's easier than you think and once you get started, you won't be able to stop. Nothing beats the quality and flavour of home baking, so have a go with these tea bread and bun recipes.
Apple muffins
These apple muffins are best served straight from the oven for breakfast, but are also good in lunchboxes or with afternoon tea.
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Banana bread
Banana bread is a moist cake that keeps well and is the perfect way to use your extra ripe bananas.
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Barm brack
Barm brack is of Irish origin, and sometimes served for Hallowe'en with little charms in it, to forecast your luck for the next year.
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Chelsea buns
These sweet and spicy old-fashioned Chelsea buns are perfect with afternoon tea.
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Chocolate muffins
These chocolate muffins are sure to fix any chocolate cravings, and the buttermilk lends them a delicious lightness.
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Cornish saffron buns
Saffron gives these Cornish fruit buns a light golden colour and a subtle flavour, and they're perfect with a dollop of clotted cream.
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Lemon poppy seed muffins
Quick and easy to make, these lemon poppy seed muffins are delightful served with brunch or as a teatime treat.
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Rum babas
Rum babas are perfect to serve at a dinner party, as most of the preparation can be done a day in advance.
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Scones
There is nothing better for high afternoon tea than freshly baked crumbly scones with a thick berry jam and whipped double cream.
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