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Mince Pie Parcels

Sisley White
In the ultimate battle of mince pies, discover why mince pie parcels are emerging as the new favourite. This recipe is great fun for the family to make at Christmas time. From preventing soggy bottoms to achieving a beautiful golden colour, I'll share all the secrets to ensure your mince pie pop tarts turn out flawlessly. Impress your guests with your pastry prowess this holiday season!
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Bakes, Sweet Treats
Cuisine American, British, International
Servings 4 large pies
Calories 582 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 320 g shortcrust pastry (approximately 1 sheet)
  • 1 egg
  • 400 g mincemeat

Cinnamon Sugar Topping (optional)

  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions
 

  •  Remove the shortcrust pastry 30 minutes before you are ready to start so it can warm and soften. It will make it a lot easier to cut and work with.
    320 g shortcrust pastry
  • Preheat the oven to 200ºC / 180ºC fan/gas 6 /428ºF.
  • Slice the shortcrust pastry sheet into 8 equal pieces.
  • Spoon the mincemeat onto 4 pieces, leaving a border of about a finger's width around the outside.
    400 g mincemeat
  • Using Christmas cutters or carefully using a knife cut out shapes onto the pieces without the mincemeat. These will be the top of the hand pies.
  • Gently place the top of the pies on top of the mincemeat. Using a fork or crimper, crimp the edges of the shortcrust pastry to stick the pieces together.
  • Brush the pies with the beaten egg and bake for 15/18 minutes until golden brown.
    1 egg

Cooking the mince pie parcels in the air fryer

  • Bake in the air fryer for 12-15 minutes at 180ºC /428ºF.

Notes

  • Best served straight from the oven when still warm. However cold is also very tasty.
  • Add cinnamon sugar for a lovely winter spice addition.

Nutrition

Calories: 582kcalCarbohydrates: 123gProtein: 9gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 960mgPotassium: 89mgFiber: 5gSugar: 73gVitamin A: 72IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 3mg

Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only.

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