19+ Christmas Afternoon Tea Recipe Ideas Delight In These Amazing Recipes!
Published on: Apr 14, 2024
Christmas afternoon tea is a beloved tradition for many families and friends. It is a time to gather and enjoy delicious treats and warm beverages while sharing stories and creating memories. While classic afternoon tea recipes are always a hit, why not add some festive flair to your holiday spread? Here are some Christmas afternoon tea recipe ideas that will make your gathering even more special.
Main Ingredients: Flour, Matcha Powder, Baking Powder, Dutch Process
Kick off your holiday feast with these adorable Green Tea Matcha Christmas Tree Cookies. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with the flavors of green tea and are perfect for any tea lover. The addition of matcha not only adds a festive touch to these cookies but also provides numerous health benefits. So go ahead and indulge in these guilt-free treats this Christmas.
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Iced Tea
Main Ingredients: Tea, Boiling Water, Agave Nectar, Stevia, Ice Cubes
Take a break from all the holiday cooking and cool off with this refreshing Iced Tea. Made with your favorite tea, lemon, and honey, this drink is perfect for those warm Christmas days. Add some fresh fruits to your pitcher for some extra flavor and a pop of color.
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Spiced Tea Mix
Main Ingredients: Ice Tea Mix, Orange, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Cloves
This Spiced Tea Mix is a must-have for the holiday season. It's a delicious combination of black tea, spices, and citrus zest that will warm you up from the inside out. You can make a big batch of this mix and give it as a thoughtful homemade gift to your friends and family.
Take your Spiced Tea Mix to the next level with this Christmas Spiced Tea Mix. It's the perfect blend of holiday flavors like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, and is sure to be a hit at any Christmas party. Serve it with some festive cookies and you have the perfect holiday treat.
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Fat Burning Christmas Spiced Tea
Main Ingredients: Pomegranate Juice, Apple Cider, Cinnamon Sticks
Looking for a healthier alternative to the traditional holiday drinks? Look no further than this Fat Burning Christmas Spiced Tea. It's made with green tea, which is known for its fat-burning properties, and is flavored with warming spices like ginger and cinnamon. So go ahead and indulge in this guilt-free drink this Christmas.
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Yule Log
Main Ingredients: Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Take your Christmas feast to the next level with this mouth-watering Yule Log. This classic French dessert is made with a light sponge cake, filled with chocolate cream, and rolled to look like a log. It's the perfect treat to end your holiday meal with and is sure to impress your guests.
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Holiday Gingerbread Tea Latte
Main Ingredients: Tea, Eggnog
Nothing screams Christmas more than gingerbread, and this Holiday Gingerbread Tea Latte is the perfect way to enjoy those festive flavors. Made with your favorite tea, gingerbread syrup, and frothy milk, this latte is a cozy and comforting drink for the holiday season.
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Ultimate Caribbean Feast For Thanksgiving & Christmas
Main Ingredients: Smoked Herring, Tea, Chicken, Goat, Fish, Rice, Pie
Switch up your holiday menu with this Ultimate Caribbean Feast. This feast includes a delicious Beer Can Chicken, as well as other Caribbean-inspired dishes like jerk pork, rice and peas, and plantains. It's a refreshing twist on the traditional holiday feast.
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Peppermint Tea Shortbread dipped in
Main Ingredients: Dark Brown Sugar, Confectioner S Sugar, All Purpose
Add a touch of minty freshness to your holiday dessert table with these Peppermint Tea Shortbread cookies. These buttery cookies are infused with peppermint tea and are perfect for dipping in your hot chocolate or tea. They also make for a great homemade gift for your loved ones.
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Viennese Hot Christmas Punch - with Video
Main Ingredients: Water, Tea, Cinnamon Stick, Cloves, Star Anise, Orange
Warm up with this delicious Viennese Hot Christmas Punch. This drink is a combination of red wine, tea, and spices and is sure to keep you cozy during those cold winter nights. Make a big batch of this punch and enjoy it with your friends and family by the fireplace.
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Christmas Fruitcake – One Hundred Year Old Family
Main Ingredients: Cherries, Raisins, Pitted Dates, Mixed Fruit, Pecans
No Christmas feast is complete without a classic Christmas Fruitcake. This recipe has been passed down for generations and is sure to be a hit at your holiday dinner. Packed with fruits and nuts and flavored with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this fruitcake is the perfect sweet treat to end your meal with.
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Christmas Tea
Main Ingredients: Water, Granulated Sugar, Tea Bags, Cinnamon Stick
Looking for a festive drink that's not too heavy? This Christmas Tea is the perfect option. It's a combination of tea, cranberry juice, and spices and is sure to be a hit with your guests. Serve it in a festive mug and add some cinnamon sticks for a beautiful presentation.
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Cold Tea Gingerbread with Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
Main Ingredients: Flour, Ground Ginger, Ground Cinnamon, Salt, Butter
If you're a fan of gingerbread, then you have to try this Cold Tea Gingerbread. Made with tea-infused gingerbread and topped with a creamy whipped cream cheese frosting, this cake is a show-stopper on any holiday dessert table. Plus, the addition of tea in the batter gives it a unique and delicious flavor.
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Citrus Cranberry Tea Punch and Holiday Ice Ring
Main Ingredients: Lemons, Limes, Fresh Cranberries, Fresh Mint, Lemonade
Add a touch of elegance to your holiday party with this Citrus Cranberry Tea Punch served with a Holiday Ice Ring. This drink is a combination of tea, cranberry juice, and citrus fruits, and is sure to impress your guests. The ice ring not only keeps your punch cold but also adds a beautiful touch to your punch bowl.
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Christmas Tea Trees
Main Ingredients: Cones, Tea Bags, Mache, Rice
These adorable Christmas Tea Trees will be the highlight of your holiday dessert table. Made with green tea and filled with a creamy cheesecake filling, these treats are not only delicious but also festive and fun. Plus, they make for a great activity to do with the kids during the holidays.
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Christmas Tea Tiramisu
Main Ingredients: Egg Whites, Sugar, Mascarpone, Black Tea, Ladyfingers
Put a twist on the classic Italian dessert with this Christmas Tea Tiramisu. Made with tea-infused ladyfingers and a creamy mascarpone filling, this dessert is a perfect addition to your holiday menu. Serve it in individual glasses for a beautiful and elegant presentation.
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Sparkly Green Tea Christmas Trees
Main Ingredients: Confectioners Sugar, Unsalted Butter, Flour, Large Egg
Add some sparkle to your holiday menu with these Sparkly Green Tea Christmas Trees. These beautiful treats are made with green tea and decorated with colored sugar and edible glitter. Not only are they delicious, but they also add a festive touch to your dessert table.
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Holiday Tea Poached Pears
Main Ingredients: Rum, Granulated Sugar, Tea Bags, Cloves, Star Anise
Looking for a healthier option for your holiday dessert? These Holiday Tea Poached Pears are the perfect choice. Made with tea, spices, and honey, these pears are a light and refreshing end to your holiday meal. Serve them with some vanilla ice cream for a delicious and elegant dessert.
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Healthy Holiday Chai Tea Latte
Main Ingredients: Water, Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk, Honey, Cinnamon
Indulge in the flavors of the season with this Healthy Holiday Chai Tea Latte. This drink is a combination of chai tea, almond milk, and warming spices like cinnamon and ginger. It's a guilt-free treat that will satisfy your cravings for a cozy holiday drink.
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Mulled Tea Punch
Main Ingredients: Cloves, Cinnamon Sticks, Water, Lipton Iced Tea Brew
Warm up with this delicious Mulled Tea Punch. This drink is a combination of tea, apple cider, and spices like cloves and cinnamon, and is perfect for those cold Christmas nights. Add a splash of rum to make it a festive cocktail for the adults.
Spiced Eggnog Scones
Ingredients:
Eggnog
All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Ground cinnamon
Ground nutmeg
Sugar
Salt
Unsalted butter
Egg
Brown sugar
Vanilla extract
Milk
Powdered sugar
Eggnog is a staple holiday drink, so why not incorporate it into your scones? These spiced eggnog scones are perfect for Christmas afternoon tea. They are soft, buttery, and have just the right amount of spice to complement the eggnog flavor. Start by combining flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles crumbs. In a separate bowl, mix together eggnog, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Slowly add this mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Roll out the dough and cut into desired shapes. Bake for 12-15 minutes and top with a drizzle of eggnog glaze made with powdered sugar and milk. Serve these scones warm with a cup of hot tea for a perfect Christmas treat.
Cranberry Brie Bites
Ingredients:
Crescent roll dough
Cranberry sauce
Brie cheese
Honey
Fresh thyme
These bite-sized appetizers are quick and easy to make, but they will impress your guests with their delicious flavor. Start by rolling out crescent roll dough and cutting it into squares. Place a small amount of cranberry sauce on each square, followed by a slice of brie cheese. Drizzle honey on top and sprinkle with fresh thyme. Bake for 10-12 minutes and serve warm. These cranberry brie bites are the perfect addition to any Christmas afternoon tea spread.
Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes
Ingredients:
All-purpose flour
Sugar
Cocoa powder
Baking soda
Baking powder
Salt
Eggs
Milk
Vegetable oil
Peppermint extract
Hot water
Butter
Powdered sugar
Milk
Crushed peppermint candies
For a festive and indulgent treat, these chocolate peppermint cupcakes are a must. Start by mixing together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and peppermint extract. Slowly add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Add hot water and mix until the batter is smooth. Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes and let them cool. For the frosting, beat butter, powdered sugar, and milk until light and fluffy. Top the cupcakes with the frosting and sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top. These cupcakes will add a touch of holiday cheer to your Christmas afternoon tea.
With these Christmas afternoon tea recipe ideas, you can add some festive flavors to your holiday spread. Whether you are looking for sweet or savory options, these recipes are sure to delight your guests and make your Christmas gathering even more special. So put on your apron and start baking these delicious treats today!
