A high tea with strawberries always feels a little special. A pitcher of cold strawberry lemonade, warm scones, a pretty Charlotte cake, and a few savory bites on the table. It looks festive, but it does not have to be stressful.
In this round-up, you will find six strawberry recipes that go beautifully together. And with the time table, you know exactly what to make ahead and what to finish right before serving.
Why this works
This high tea works because every recipe has its own flavor and texture. You get something cold, something creamy, something crisp, something sweet, and something savory.
The strawberries tie it all together without making every bite taste the same. And because many parts can be made ahead, you can actually sit down and enjoy the afternoon too.
Top Tips
- Wash the strawberries shortly before using them. They stay prettier and firmer that way.
- Set out your plates, glasses, napkins, and serving boards ahead of time. It makes the last hour so much easier.
- Serve both sweet and savory bites. That keeps the table balanced and gives everyone something to choose from.
- Take the strawberry ice cream out of the freezer about 15 minutes before serving. It will be much easier to scoop.
- Bake the scones close to serving time. Warm scones are always worth it.
Serve with
Serve this high tea with hot tea, coffee, strawberry lemonade, and ice water with lemon. A glass of sparkling wine also fits beautifully if you are making it for a celebration.
6 Strawberry Recipes for a Beautiful High Tea
Charlotte Russe Cake
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Enjoy the summer with this delicious Charlotte Russe Cake with Summer Fruit recipe. This classic French pastry is delicious for a festive occasion or a picnic. The soft base, creamy strawberry bavarois, and delicious summer fruit such as strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries combined with the ladyfingers is an irresistibly tasty combination.
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Bruschetta met aardbeien en mascarpone
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Krokante bruschetta met mascarpone, aardbeien, balsamicocrème en basilicum. Snel klaar en fijn als zomers hapje of voorgerecht.
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Strawberry Lemonade Mocktail with Basil
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Make the most delicious strawberry lemonade with basil. It is loaded with fresh strawberries and lemon. And it's delightful in hot weather. Refreshing, slightly sweet with fresh fruit. A summer mocktail without alcohol that is full of flavor.
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No-Churn Strawberry Ice Cream
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This no-churn strawberry ice cream is easy and quick to prepare, and you don't need an ice cream maker. It's fresh and creamy, and you'll only need six ingredients. Yes, this is such an easy strawberry ice cream recipe. This ice cream has a beautiful pink color, looks elegant, creamy texture, and is silky and sweet. I know you'll going to love your own homemade ice cream when eating on a hot summer day, so let's start!
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Easy Strawberry Jelly with Scones
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An easy Strawberry Jelly with Scones recipe, doesn't that sound like a perfect treat for a High Tea? The strawberry jam is made with fresh strawberries, and the recipe is really simple. Serve the creamy scones still warm from the oven with clotted cream and a jar of strawberry jelly. After this, you want a high tea every day, that's for sure!
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Marinated Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar and Basil
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Here you got one of the easiest entrées for your next summer dinner party - Marinated Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar! This is how you transform a delicious summer fruit into something extraordinary. It's one of the best starters you'll ever head. Serve it with Parma ham for an elegant dish. It's a winner because it's super quick and easy to prepare and has the wow factor.
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Time table
- A few weeks ahead, prepare the strawberry jelly and pour it into clean, sterilized jars.
- One week ahead, make the strawberry ice cream and store it in an airtight container in the freezer.
- One day ahead, prepare the strawberry cream and jelly for the Charlotte Russe Cake and bake the ladyfingers. Store everything as directed in the recipe.
- On the day itself, make the strawberry lemonade, grill the bruschetta, prepare the scone dough, assemble the Charlotte, bake the scones, and finish all toppings shortly before serving.
1 day before your high tea
- Prepare the strawberry cream and jelly for your Charlotte with summer fruits. Store them in the refrigerator. You can also bake your ladyfingers. Wrap them in plastic and store them at room temperature.
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- Dust the Charlotte with confectioners sugar.
- Smear the bruschetta wit mascarpone. Hull the strawberries and quarter them. Sprinkle balsamic cream on top and garnish with basil strips.
- Pour the strawberry lemonade in a jar and fill with ice cubes, lemon and fresh strawberries.
- Take the ice bowls. Hull the strawberries and quarter them. But them in the bottom of the bowls. Remove the ice cream 15 minutes before use from the fridge (that way it's easier to scoop the ice cream).
- Spoon the marinated strawberries onto a plate and add some Parma ham. Garnish with basil.
Gloria says
High tea is a fun idea. I know there are places around here, but I have never tried it. This is such a great way to spend an afternoon with the girls. Perfect for a celebration.
Andréa says
It's perfect for a celebration!