Devonshire Split

The Devonshire Split is a traditional British cream tea treat originating from Devon, England, featuring a soft, slightly sweet yeast bun sliced open and filled generously with clotted cream and strawberry jam. It's a staple of afternoon tea culture, especially in the West Country, where it's often enjoyed warm with a pot of tea.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This indulgent treat is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the enriched bun and clotted cream, providing a quick energy boost along with calcium and some protein. A typical serving can range from 300 to 450 calories, depending on portion sizes and the richness of the cream.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	680 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Vitamin A	350 IU
Vitamin C	4 mg
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Phosphorus	150 mg

Per 1 split (approximately 180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Devonshire Split is central to the friendly rivalry between Devon and Cornwall over the 'correct' way to assemble a cream tea—Devonians traditionally spread the cream first, then jam, while Cornish method reverses this. Nutritionally, clotted cream is a unique dairy product with a high butterfat content (at least 55%), giving it a luxurious texture and making it a calorie-dense source of fat-soluble vitamins.