Traditional Mince Pie
Delight in the timeless charm of a Traditional Mince Pie, a festive favorite that captures the essence of holiday baking. This recipe combines a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortcrust pastry with a luscious, spiced mincemeat filling, creating the perfect balance of richness and warmth. With just a few simple ingredients like chilled butter, caster sugar, and a hint of egg yolk, the homemade pastry is both tender and flaky, effortlessly elevating this classic treat. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these pies are ideal for holiday gatherings or as a cozy snack alongside a warm mug of mulled wine. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this recipe yields 12 inviting mince pies, each one a delicious nod to tradition. Whether you prefer a simple circular top or a decorative star design, these golden brown delights promise to be the highlight of your festivities.
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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
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F and lightly grease a 12-hole pie or muffin tin.
Step 2
In a large bowl, sift the flour. Add the diced butter and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Step 3
Stir in the caster sugar.
Step 4
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.
Step 5
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.
Step 6
Fill each pastry case with mincemeat, being careful not to overfill.
Step 7
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.
Step 8
Brush the tops with milk and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 9
Let the mince pies cool in the tin for a few minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack.
Step 10
When completely cool, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (943.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3617.9 |
| Total Fat 150.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 92.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 567.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 79.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 544.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 287.9g | |
| Protein 36.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 111.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 190.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 926.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories