Traditional Mince Pie
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Traditional Mince Pies, a quintessential holiday treat that's irresistibly buttery and perfectly spiced. These classic British pastries feature a melt-in-your-mouth homemade shortcrust pastry, made from scratch with chilled butter for a tender, flaky finish. The rich, fruity mincemeat filling, brimming with warm seasonal flavors, is encased in delicate golden pastry and topped with a decorative touch, whether it’s a simple lid or festive stars. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect snowy touch to these timeless Christmas favorites. Quick to prepare and easy to bake, these mince pies are ready to serve in just over an hour, making them the perfect addition to your holiday dessert spread or afternoon tea. Ideal for sharing, this recipe makes 12 beautifully portioned pies, perfect for entertaining or gifting. Impress your guests with these homemade morsels and celebrate the season with traditional charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 175 grams unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 50 grams caster sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 350 grams mincemeat
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F and lightly grease a 12-hole pie or muffin tin.
In a large bowl, sift the flour. Add the diced butter and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Stir in the caster sugar.
Add the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of cold water. Mix together to form a firm dough. Knead lightly, wrap in cling film, and chill for 15 minutes.
Roll out the pastry to a thickness of approximately 3 mm (1/8 inch). Using a circular cutter, cut out 12 large circles and gently press them into the prepared tin.
Fill each pastry case with mincemeat, being careful not to overfill.
Cut out 12 smaller circles from the remaining pastry, or use a star cutter for a decorative top, and place them on top of the mincemeat.
Brush the tops with milk and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let the mince pies cool in the tin for a few minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack.
When completely cool, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.1 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.1 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 568 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 544.4 g | 198% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 287.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 926 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
