The UK has a wide range of dishes and delicacies. Sweet treats and desserts are a prominent feature of this, and each county and region has its own specialties to offer and its own versions of certain foods. Here are three regional treats that you should try.
West Country Cream Tea
Many counties in the southwest of the UK have their version of the cream tea. The three components are scones, cream, and jam. The scones are cut in half, then the jam and cream are dolloped onto each half. This is typically enjoyed with some tea for the perfect afternoon sweet treat.
Eccles Cake
This one has been around for a while and remains popular across the UK. While called a cake, it’s actually made of pastry, with currants and a filling. Originating in Eccles in Lancashire, the combination of flaky pastry and spiced flavoring is super satisfying. These are best enjoyed when warmed in an oven.
Chelsea Bun
This is a large currant bun made of dough which is rolled into a spiral and covered in a glazing. They often have cinnamon butter throughout the spiral too. This delicious, heavy sweet treat originated in Chelsea and is best when eaten warm out of the oven.
