Crumble Topped Mince Pies

Elevate your holiday baking with these indulgent Crumble Topped Mince Pies, the perfect twist on a traditional Christmas favorite. Featuring a buttery homemade pastry base filled with rich, spiced mincemeat and finished with a sweet, golden crumble topping, these festive treats are a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Simple yet impressive, this recipe combines classic pastry techniques with a fuss-free crumble for added crunch and charm. Ready in just an hour, these mince pies are ideal for holiday gatherings or as a cozy dessert with a dusting of powdered sugar. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these bites of holiday cheer are destined to be the star of your seasonal table. Keywords: festive baking, mince pie recipe, holiday desserts, crumble topping, homemade pastry.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams plain flour
• 100 grams cold unsalted butter (cubed)
• 50 grams caster sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 300 grams mincemeat
• 75 grams plain flour (for crumble)
• 50 grams unsalted butter (softened, for crumble)
• 50 grams light brown sugar (for crumble)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) or 160°C fan-assisted. Grease a 12-hole muffin tin or line it with paper cases.

Step 2

To make the pastry, place the plain flour and cold, cubed butter into a bowl. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Stir in the caster sugar, then add the egg yolk and mix. Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and knead gently until the dough comes together.

Step 4

Wrap the pastry in cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the pastry chills, make the crumble topping. Combine the plain flour, light brown sugar, and softened butter in a bowl. Use your hands to rub the ingredients together until they form clumps. Set aside.

Step 6

Roll out the chilled pastry on a floured surface to a thickness of about 3mm (1/8 inch). Use a round cutter (about 8cm or 3 inches in diameter) to cut out 12 circles, re-rolling the scraps as needed.

Step 7

Press the pastry circles into the prepared muffin tin, ensuring they cover the base and sides of each hole.

Step 8

Place a heaped tablespoon of mincemeat into each pastry case, spreading it slightly to fill the base.

Step 9

Sprinkle the crumble topping over the mincemeat, ensuring each pie is evenly covered.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry and crumble topping are golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the mince pies from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally dusted with powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(871.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3375.4

Total Fat 130.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 513.1mg	0%
Sodium 68.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 529.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 295.7g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 114.6IU	0%
Calcium 203.1mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 862.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 61.8%