Traditional British Recipes

Welcome to our Traditional British Recipes board! Dive into the rich culinary heritage of Britain with our collection of dinners, breakfasts, and desserts. From classic English dishes to festive Christmas recipes, explore the essence of British food. Indulge in traditional favorites like scones, Christmas cake, and trifle, and discover delightful cake and baking recipes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to British cuisine, there's something here for everyone to enjoy!
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Sausage Plait with Bacon and Apple
Elevate your meals with this easy sausage plait recipe, perfect for Christmas, a picnic, or a meal on its own. With bacon and caramelized onions, this dish is a delicious departure from the ordinary boring plaited sausage roll. The step-by-step instructions ensure a tasty and impressive outcome.
Jam and Coconut Sponge
Rediscover a classic British favorite with our Jam and Coconut sponge cake! Perfect for a trip down memory lane, this easy recipe produces a feather-light, moist vanilla traybake topped with raspberry jam and desiccated coconut. Our step-by-step instructions and helpful photos guide you through baking this nostalgic and crowd-pleasing cake with confidence, ideal for all skill levels.
Mini Sausage Rolls
Treat your guests to mini sausage rolls that are the highlight of any British party! These homemade delights feature a substantial meaty center and golden, flaky pastry, surpassing shop-bought versions. Made with store-bought puff pastry, pork sausage mince, chorizo, and fresh parsley, they’re perfect for Game Day, New Year's parties, or Christmas appetizers.
Strawberry Croissants with Mascarpone Cream
Looking for a special Valentine's breakfast? These strawberry croissants are poetry in every bite and ensure a perfect 10/10 for your efforts. Use shop-bought croissants, strawberry jam, cream, and mascarpone. You don't need to be a whiz in the kitchen. Pair with pink champagne for added sophistication. These croissants are also a wonderful choice for a Mother's Day brunch.
Tottenham Cake
Indulge in a classic British teatime treat with our Tottenham cake recipe! Our step-by-step instructions, complete with photos, guide you through making a feather-light, moist vanilla sponge topped with cheerful pink icing made from blueberries or raspberries. Simple, everyday ingredients make this economical and butter-free traybake an easy and delightful addition to your baking repertoire.
Fruity Flapjacks
Enjoy the best of Fruity Flapjacks with this delicious recipe. In the UK, flapjacks come in different forms, but this recipe creates chewy, moist fruit flapjacks with crispy edges. Fresh out of the oven, they have a soft, gooey texture that firms up, resulting in a moist, sticky delight. The golden syrup not only sweetens but also adds a caramelised richness to these delectable flapjacks.
Pigs in blankets
Enjoy this posh version of Pigs in Blankets with our easy recipe. Perfect for Christmas or any time of the year like with your weekly Sunday roast, this British classic features a honey and whisky glaze. So easy to make by just following our easy step-by-step guide. Bonus point: you can prep most of it ahead of time. Treat your family to these fancy pigs in blankets. It's ever the crowd pleaser!
Chocolate Tiffin
Create a festive treat with Scottish chocolate tiffin, a no-bake traybake that's easy to make and perfect for any celebration. Combining raisins, crushed biscuits, and pure milk chocolate, this recipe skips the usual cocoa powder. Add salted peanuts for a nutty twist and glace cherries for a burst of color and flavor. Ideal for Christmas or any gathering, this tiffin is a crowd-pleasing dessert that's sure to impress all ages.
Eve's Pudding
Eve's Pudding is a classic that brings a touch of nostalgia to any British table. It features a warmly spiced, caramelised layer of apples beneath a sweet vanilla sponge, topped with warm custard, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream. Our recipe incorporates cinnamon, nutmeg, and light brown sugar for a beautifully caramelised apple layer. Perfect as a warm Christmas pudding, or on chilly Autumn days!
Homemade Sausage Rolls
Whip up a batch of Homemade Sausage Rolls with our foolproof recipe. Using shop-bought puff pastry makes it so easy, and the delicious sausage meat filling is enhanced with chorizo. These British classics are perfect for parties or picnics and guaranteed to be a huge crowd pleaser.
Jamaican Ginger Cake
Try making the ultimate Sticky Jamaican Ginger Cake with this recipe. This sticky British sheet cake is much tastier than McVities ginger loaf. It's dark, moist, warming, and oh-so-delicious! Bonus: it gets better with age. Contains all the warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Very easy to make with our easy step-by-step guide. Perfect for any time of the year or special occasion!
Perfect Eggless Pancakes
Discover these easy eggless pancakes that rival traditional pancakes made with eggs. They are lighter with a delicate taste that highlights the vanilla flavour. Serve with fresh berries, icing sugar, and a fruity coulis. This from-scratch recipe offers an egg-free version of English pancakes, known for their larger and thinner shape and delicate texture.
Chocolate Shortbreads Recipe
Fall in love with these chocolate shortbreads that boast a rich, buttery flavor and a delicate, crumbly texture. Each bite melts in your mouth with a lovely snap. The addition of cocoa makes these cookies extra special. Use cookie cutters to create fun shapes or leave them plain. Drizzle with chocolate, dip in chocolate, or add a sweet sugar coating for extra crunch. Be warned, the cookie dough is incredibly addictive and hard to resist sneaking spoonfuls before baking!
The Ultimate Roasted Potatoes
Make oven-roast potatoes that are ever the crowd pleaser with our ultimate recipe. We'll share the secrets to a crunchy outside and fluffy interior, even using a bit of easy science and explaining how to use the often-overlooked "sludge" left behind. Pick your favourite seasoning to suit your family's taste buds and enjoy perfect roasted potatoes.
Frangipane Mince Pies
Experience festive flavors with Frangipane Mince Pies. Our recipe offers a unique twist on the traditional, creating a hugely popular Christmas treat. These pies are lighter and slightly less sweet, featuring a deliciously flavourful boozy mince meat filling. Serve hot or cold with custard, brandy cream, and a glass of mulled wine.