When it comes to classic British recipes, they’re often stereotyped as being bland. Below are all of my current recipes that feature both modern twists on classic dishes and traditional British recipes like Cornish pasties, Yorkshire Pudding, and Shepherd’s pie. As you’ll see, these are anything but bland!
In my collection, in addition to British cuisine, you’ll find dishes from Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
If you’re unfamiliar with some British food terms, don’t worry! Check out my Guide of American to British Food Names. So dive in and explore the delicious world of British cuisine!
British Recipes
Traditional Shepherd's Pie
Ground lamb is cooked with vegetables and Guinness for an extra flavor boost, then topped with fluffy mashed potato and baked.
English Crumpets
Fluffy and light sourdough round breads with characteristic holes all over the top. They are usually served for breakfast or enjoyed as a snack.
Pimm’s Winter Cup
Pimm's winter cup is a warm, winterized version of the summer Pimm's No. 1 cup with apple juice infused with caramel, orange and cinnamon.
Minced Beef and Onion Pies
Minced beef is cooked with vegetables and seasonings served encase in flaky pastry.
St Patrick's Day Green Dublin Cocktail
Made with Irish whiskey, cranberry juice and green apple schnapps, this is the only cocktail you need for your St Patrick’s Day celebrations.
How to Make Traditional Hot Cross Buns
Hot cross buns are a spiced, slightly sweet bun with currants, raisins or sultanas.
Hot English Custard Over Frozen Berries
Fresh berries are frozen then hot English custard is poured over them to slowly defrost for a most enjoyable treat.
British Brandy Snaps
Crispy golden lacy tubes filled with sweetened whipped cream. A British holiday tradition and the brandy is optional.
Ploughman's Lunch
A meal consisting of cold meats, cheese, bread, pickle and of course, beer. It's like a picnic on plate.
Selection of Tea Sandwiches
This selection of tea sandwiches is comprised of dainty finger sandwiches that are the perfect complement to an elegant afternoon tea.
Easy Sticky Toffee Pudding
A moist date sponge cake, covered in a toffee sauce and served with English custard.
King Charles Coronation Quiche
A flaky, homemade crust filled with eggs, milk, cream, spinach, cheese and broad beans/fava beans.
Coronation Aubergine/Eggplant
Eggplant slices are marinated in oil, onion, garlic and paprika. They are grilled and served with a Greek yogurt curry sauce, crispy fried onions, raisins and fresh coriander/cilantro.
Traditional Scotch Eggs
Scotch eggs are hard-boiled eggs wrapped in sausage meat, breaded and fried. Served with a delicious mustard dipping sauce.
British Knickerbocker Glory Sundae
Layers of fresh fruit, ice cream, strawberry sauce and whipped cream.
Earl Grey Lemonade
Earl Grey lemonade is a perfectly refreshing and easy drink to keep you cool all summer long. Earl grey tea with its bergamot orange infused flavor is mixed with fresh lemonade for a tart, tangy, delicious drink.
British Fish & Chips
Fresh cod is beer battered then shallow fried to golden perfect and served with a side of thick cut chips and peas.
Fruity Tea Cake
Dried fruit is soaked in tea with fresh orange zest then added to a simple cake batter and baked to perfection.
No Bake Cherry Lemon Cheesecake
A lemon infused cheesecake on top of a graham cracker crust and topped with fresh cherries
Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy
Pork sausages in a flavorful, sweet onions beef beef gravy then plated on top of creamy mashed potatoes.
Classic Bakewell Tart
A simple, short crust pastry tart shell is layered with strawberry jam, topped with frangipane and sliced almonds and baked to golden perfection for a lovely teatime delicacy.
Scottish Raspberry Trifle
Fresh raspberries are sweetened and layered with creamy custard and sweetened whipped cream and it’s ready for dipping those shortbread cookies.
Traditional Welsh Rarebit Recipe
A thick slice of bread is topped with a savory cheese sauce made from beer, cheese, butter, mustard and broiled to bubbly perfection.
Turkey, Stuffing and Cranberry Sausage Rolls
Turkey, stuffing and cranberry sausage rolls are a great use of Thanksgiving & Christmas leftovers all rolled up in flaky puff pastry. A little savory, a little sweet, it's that delicious Thanksgiving taste in sausage rolls.
Roast Beef Dinner (Sunday Roast)
Perfectly roasted beef served with crispy roast potatoes, carrots and Yorkshire pudding.
Homemade Minced Beef and Dumplings
Ground beef, onion and carrots are simmered with Worcestershire sauce and beef stock, topped with fluffy dumplings and baked.
Christmas Sweet Mince Pies
Dried fruit, apple, citrus and brown sugar all soaked in brandy make up the filling inside homemade pie crusts.
English Banoffee Pie
A simple, no-bake pie consisting of layers starting with a graham cracker crust, toffee, sliced bananas and topped with whipped cream.
Easy Toad in the Hole with Onion Gravy
Pork sausages are baked with Yorkshire pudding batter that rises around the sausages turning brown and crispy.
Traditional Victoria Sponge Cake
2 layers of light-as-air sponge cake that sandwiched whipped cream and jam.
Easy Eton Mess Recipe
Crunchy meringues, perfectly whipped cream and fresh strawberries layered in a bowl.
Vegetarian Mushroom Wellington with Gravy
Chopped mushrooms, vegetables and herb are shaped into a loaf and covered in puff pastry, served with mushroom gravy.
Mini Roast Beef Yorkshire Pudding Bites
Mini Yorkshire puddings are filled with sliced roast beef, horseradish and fresh dill.
Old Fashioned Lancashire Hotpot
Tender pieces of lamb, vegetables and sliced potatoes braised in the oven.
British Pease Pudding
A side dish made with yellow split peas, flavored with smoked ham and vegetables.
The Easiest British Fish Pie
Fish is cooking in a milk broth with onions, peas and flavorings Topped with mashed potato and baked.
British Summer Strawberry Scones
Made in the round, British style. These scones are light and fluffy with fresh strawberries.
British Roast Potatoes - Roasties
The classic British way of roasting potatoes. Crispy on the outside and perfectly fluffy inside.
Radish and Herb Butter Tea Sandwiches
Petite and pretty tea/finger sandwiches made with herb butter, fresh radishes and micro greens.
Pull Apart Sausage Roll Wreath
A simple, but impressive appetizer of pork sausage wrapped in puff pastry, served with a cranberry apple sauce.
British Steak and Kidney Pudding
Tender pieces of beef and kidney cooking in a Guinness gravy steamed in a seut-based pastry.
Spring Orange Custard
A light and creamy orange custard served with a spring theme topped with Oreco crumb 'dirt' and edible flowers.
Lemon Hot Cross Buns with Dried Blueberries
A slight twist on a classic recipe with added lemon zest and dried blueberries.
Pimm's No. 1 Cup Cocktail for Wimbledon
Pimm's gin-based liqueur is mixed with clear, sparkling lemonade which is England's classic summer drink.
Traditional British Bread and Butter Pudding
Slices of white bread are buttered then baked in custard.
Autumn Apple and Date Scones
Sweet apples and dates are a delicious combination in these British-style scones.
British Pumpkin and Currant Scones
Pumpkin puree and dried currant scones made in the British style.
British Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce
A sweet and dense pudding made with dried fruit, brandy and other ingredients that is steamed and served with brandy cream sauce.
British Chelsea Buns
Similar to the cinnamon with dried fruit, in this case, currants are added inside.
British Corned Beef and Potato Pie
Leftover corned beef is mixed with mashed potato and onion inside a flaky, homemade crust.
Salmon Fish Fingers (Fish Stick) Sandwich
Fresh salmon pieces are coated in panko breadcrumbs, fried and sandwiched between 2 slices of artisan bread with tartar sauce and iceberg lettuce.
British Style Cheesy Leeks
Tender leeks are baked in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with more cheese and breadcrumbs.
Yorkshire Burrito
A giant Yorkshire pudding is used as a wrap filled with roast beef, carrots, peas, roasted potatoes and gravy
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