British cuisine
Mince Pies
Indulge in the rich, buttery delight of gluten-free mince pies, a British classic reimagined for modern palates.
These delectable gluten-free mince pies offer a sweet and spiced filling encased in a flaky pastry, perfect for dessert or holiday gatherings. Serve with a dollop of dairy-free whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Method
- 1
To make the pastry, rub 225g cold, diced butter into 350g plain flour, then mix in 100g golden caster sugar and a pinch of salt.
- 2
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.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 200C/gas 6/fan 180C. Line 18 holes of two 12-hole patty tins, by pressing small walnut-sized balls of pastry into each hole.
- 4
Spoon 280g mincemeat into the pies.
- 5
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.
- 6
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. (The pies may now be frozen for up to 1 month).
- 7
Beat 1 small egg and brush the tops of the pies. Bake for 20 mins until golden. Leave to cool in the tin for 5 mins, then remove to a wire rack.
- 8
To serve, lightly dust with icing sugar.
FAQ
Is «Mince Pies» gluten-free?
It may contain gluten — check the ingredients and pick gluten-free alternatives.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Mince Pies»?
One serving has 1415 kcal, 132.8 g carbs, 32.3 g protein and 81.3 g fat. The recipe makes 3 servings.
Is «Mince Pies» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
High carb load. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.