Tea party desserts are all about small bites, pretty presentation, and sweet treats that feel special without being complicated. If you’re planning a high tea, afternoon tea, or an English tea party, mini desserts make hosting easy and elegant.
These easy tea party food ideas include bite-size sweets and single-serve treats that are perfect for sharing. Each dessert is simple to serve, easy to eat, and ideal for classic tea party recipes, from soft pastries to delicate sweets.
While they’re perfect for tea parties, these mini desserts also work beautifully for weddings, bridal showers, birthdays, and any gathering where you want small treats that guests can enjoy in just a few bites.
15 Best Tea Party Desserts
Cookies + Tea biscuits
1
Lemon Meltaway Cookies
Light, buttery, and soft, these lemon meltaway cookies practically dissolve in your mouth. They’re perfect with a cup of tea and look lovely on a dessert platter.
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2
Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookies
Classic snickerdoodles are always a crowd-pleaser. These are soft, chewy, and full of cinnamon-sugar flavor—perfect for afternoon tea treats.
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3
Almond Joy Cookies
These Almond Joy cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate, coconut, and almonds. A fun twist on the classic candy bar that’s perfect for Tea party dessert trays and sweet cravings.
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4
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies with Cinnamon
Warm cinnamon, chewy oats, and sweet raisins make these cookies a tea-time classic. They’re sturdy enough for dessert trays and easy to make ahead.
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5
Almond Flour Biscotti
Crisp, dunkable, and perfect with tea or coffee, biscotti always feels elegant. This almond flour version is great for serving at high tea or brunch gatherings.
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6
Banana Snickerdoodles
These banana snickerdoodles add a sweet twist to the classic cookie. They’re soft, and great for tea party snack plates or brunch dessert spreads.
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7
Easy 3 Ingredient Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies
These easy 3-ingredient air fryer peanut butter cookies come together in minutes with pantry staples. Soft, rich, and perfect when you need a quick homemade treat.With just three ingredients, these air fryer peanut butter cookies are easy tea party desserts everyone loves. A quick, fuss-free treat for dessert platters and sweet snack tables.
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8
3-Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
These coconut macaroons are simple, sweet, and naturally pretty on a platter. They’re a great last-minute tea party dessert with minimal ingredients.
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Scones + brunch-Tea party Pastries, Scones & Tartles
9
Cranberry and Orange Scones
These scones feel like a true afternoon tea treat. The cranberry-orange flavor is bright and bakery-style, perfect for brunch or tea party tables.
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10
Sourdough Chocolate Chip Scones
Buttery scones with chocolate chips always win. This sourdough version is perfect for tea parties when you want something a little special but still easy to serve.
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11
Sourdough Discard Doughnut Holes
Golden, bite-size sourdough discard doughnut holes that are easy to grab and fun to eat. Great for tea parties, brunch tables, or sweet snack boards.
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12
Mini Lemon Tarlets
Sweet and tangy mini lemon tartlets that are easy to serve and fun to eat. Perfect for tea parties, brunches, and special gatherings.
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13
Starbucks Cream Cheese Danish
This Starbucks-inspired cream cheese Danish made with puff pastry is flaky, buttery, and perfectly creamy. It’s an easy bakery-style treat that comes together with minimal effort. Great for breakfast, brunch, or serving alongside coffee when you want something simple but special.
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Bite-size + finger desserts (perfect for tea party trays)
14
Chocolates Covered Pretzel Rods
Crunchy pretzel rods dipped in chocolate make the easiest party treat. They’re great for tea party dessert boards and look pretty with sprinkles or a drizzle.
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15
10 Minutes Tiramisu Truffles
These tiramisu truffles are bite-size, no-bake, and full of coffee-chocolate flavor. They’re perfect for a tea party because they’re neat, poppable, and feel fancy.
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16
No-Bake Coconut Balls
Sweet coconut balls are a simple make-ahead treat for any gathering. Serve them as a bite-size dessert for tea parties, brunch tables, or dessert platters.
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17
Snickerdoodle Protein Balls
Soft, cinnamon-flavored snickerdoodle protein balls make an easy high tea dessert. A neat, bite-size sweet that fits beautifully on tea party dessert trays.
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