Indulge in the festive spirit with a delightful treat that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey to create the most incredibly delicious mince pies that will become the talk of your holiday gatherings. With a crispy, golden crust that shatters upon the first bite, complemented by a rich, flavorful filling bursting with minced fruits, spices, and a hint of citrus, these mince pies are a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, this guide will provide you with the easiest, step-by-step instructions to create unbelievably easy mince pies that will impress everyone at your table.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
UNBELIEVABLY EASY MINCE PIES
No rolling required! Press the raw, crumbly pastry directly into your tin for a short, biscuity finish. Our easiest mince pie recipe and great fun to make with kids
Provided by Orlando Murrin
Categories Snack, Treat
Time 1h
Yield Makes 18 pies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- To make the pastry, rub the butter into the flour, then mix in the golden caster sugar and a pinch of salt.
- Combine the pastry into a ball - don't add liquid - and knead it briefly. The dough will be fairly firm, like shortbread dough. You can use the dough immediately, or chill for later.
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Line 18 holes of two 12-hole patty tins, by pressing small walnut-sized balls of pastry into each hole.
- Spoon the mincemeat into the pies. Take slightly smaller balls of pastry than before and pat them out between your hands to make round lids, big enough to cover the pies.
- Top the pies with their lids, pressing the edges gently together to seal - you don't need to seal them with milk or egg as they will stick on their own. Will keep frozen for up to one month.
- Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg. Bake for 20 mins until golden. Leave to cool in the tin for 5 mins, then remove to a wire rack. To serve, lightly dust with the icing sugar. Will keep for three to four days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
TRADITIONAL BRITISH MINCE PIE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Place the flour, butter, and salt into a large clean bowl.
- Rub the butter quickly into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles rough sand.
- Stir the egg into the mixture using a cold knife.
- Add the cold water, a teaspoon at a time, and stir until the mixture binds but is not sticky.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for a minimum of 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
- Gather the ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 400 F / 200 C / Gas Mark 6. Choose a muffin or bun tin for the size of the tart you want. Choose from a standard 12-cup muffin tin down to small canapé size. The number of pies will depend on the size of the tin you use.
- Dust a work surface lightly with a little flour and roll out 2/3 of the pastry to 1/8 inch thick. Cut circles to line the cups of your tin; don't worry if the pastry doesn't come to the very top.
- Fill the pastry-lined tins 2/3 full with mincemeat.
- Roll out the remaining pastry to the same thickness and cut smaller circles to fit as lids on the tarts or, to be decorative, cut stars or other fancy shapes.
- Dampen the edges of the tart bases with a little cold water and press the lids on. Make a small hole in the surface of each pie with a small sharp knife to allow the steam to escape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes (15 minutes if making canapé-sized ones), or until golden brown.
- Let cool and sprinkle with the confectioners' sugar.
- Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 123 mg, Sugar 13 g, Fat 15 g, ServingSize 12-18 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
HOMEMADE MINCE PIE WITH CRUMBLY TOPPING
This pie has no meat in it (it's a 'mock' mincemeat pie). It doesn't use mincemeat mixes or prepared pie crusts. It's homemade, like ma (or grandma) used to make. Enjoy it! I made it for my father for Father's Day (he loves mince pie).
Provided by Kim Slawson
Categories Desserts Pies Fruit Pie Recipes Mincemeat Pie Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of cold butter with 1 1/2 cups flour and the salt with a fork until the mixture is very crumbly. Mix in water, a tablespoon at a time, just until the mixture holds together. Mix again with a fork, then turn out onto a floured pastry cloth. Pat the dough out into a round piece, and roll out into a 10-inch circle. Invert a 9-inch pie dish onto the dough. Flip the dough over, and peel from the pastry cloth; adjust the crust into the plate if necessary. Fold the dough over the edge of the pie dish. Set the crust aside.
- Combine the raisins, apples, grapefruit peel, orange juice, and apple cider in a saucepan, and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apple pieces are soft, about 15 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup of sugar, the cinnamon, cloves, and half a crushed graham cracker, and mix well.
- Mix together 1/3 cup of sugar, 3/4 cup of flour, 6 tablespoons of butter, and half a crushed graham cracker in a bowl, stirring until the mixture looks like fine crumbs. Pour the mince filling into the prepared pie crust, and sprinkle evenly with the streusel topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, and reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); bake until the topping is lightly browned, about 30 more minutes. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.6 calories, Carbohydrate 92.2 g, Cholesterol 53.4 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 306.1 mg, Sugar 55.4 g
UNBELIEVABLY EASY MINCE PIES
No rolling required! Press the raw, crumbly pastry directly into your tin for a short, biscuity finish. Our easiest mince pie recipe and great fun to make with kids
Provided by Orlando Murrin
Categories Snack, Treat
Time 1h
Yield Makes 18 pies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- To make the pastry, rub the butter into the flour, then mix in the golden caster sugar and a pinch of salt.
- Combine the pastry into a ball - don't add liquid - and knead it briefly. The dough will be fairly firm, like shortbread dough. You can use the dough immediately, or chill for later.
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Line 18 holes of two 12-hole patty tins, by pressing small walnut-sized balls of pastry into each hole.
- Spoon the mincemeat into the pies. Take slightly smaller balls of pastry than before and pat them out between your hands to make round lids, big enough to cover the pies.
- Top the pies with their lids, pressing the edges gently together to seal - you don't need to seal them with milk or egg as they will stick on their own. Will keep frozen for up to one month.
- Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg. Bake for 20 mins until golden. Leave to cool in the tin for 5 mins, then remove to a wire rack. To serve, lightly dust with the icing sugar. Will keep for three to four days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
Tips for Baking Perfect Mince Pies:
- Choose high-quality mincemeat: The quality of your mincemeat will greatly impact the overall taste of your mince pies. Opt for a mincemeat that is made with a blend of fruits, spices, and suet, and avoid those that contain artificial ingredients.
- Use a good quality pastry: The pastry is another important component of mince pies, so make sure to use a good quality one. You can either make your own pastry or use a store-bought one, but make sure it is light and flaky.
- Chill the pastry before baking: Chilling the pastry before baking will help to prevent it from shrinking and becoming tough. Make sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- Don't overfill the pie crusts: Overfilling the pie crusts can cause the mincemeat to leak out during baking. Fill the crusts only about two-thirds full.
- Bake the mince pies until they are golden brown: The mince pies should be baked until they are golden brown on top. This will usually take about 20-25 minutes.
- Let the mince pies cool before serving: Once the mince pies are baked, let them cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to develop.
Conclusion:
Mince pies are a delicious and classic holiday treat that are enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can bake perfect mince pies that will be sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, these mince pies are easy to make and will be a hit at your next holiday gathering.
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