Mince Pies
Delicious and festive mince pies that capture the essence of holiday tradition with a rich and spiced filling encased in a golden crust.
Ingredients
For the Pastry
- 1 package shortcrust pastry Store-bought or homemade.
For the Filling
- 300 g mincemeat Use high-quality mincemeat for best flavor.
- 1 large egg Beaten, for glazing.
For Dusting
- to taste powdered sugar For dusting before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Rolling and Cutting
- Roll out the shortcrust pastry on a floured surface to about 3 mm thickness.
- Cut out circles for the base and tops of the pies, ensuring base circles are slightly larger.
Assembly
- Press the base circles into a muffin tin.
- Spoon the mincemeat into each pastry base, leaving a little space at the top.
- Cover with the top circles and press down the edges to seal.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or freeze for up to three months. Reheat in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.