Mince Pies

Ingredients

• ready-made shortcrust pastry375g
• mincemeat150g
• egg, beaten1 piece
• Caster sugar, for sprinklingAs needed

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a 12-hole muffin tin.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Roll out the pastry on a floured surface and cut out 12 circles to line the muffin tin holes.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Spoon a teaspoon of mincemeat into each pastry case.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Cut out 12 smaller circles or star shapes for the lids.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Dampen the edges of the pastry cases with a little water and top with the lids, pressing down gently to seal.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with caster sugar.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Make a small slit in the top of each pie to allow steam to escape.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Leave to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Mince Pies works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.