Thermomix Mince Pies

Golden, crumbly pastry filled with spiced fruit mince - these classic mince pies are a festive favourite you'll want to bake every year.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Chill Time15

Total Time45

Course: Christmas Recipes

Cuisine: British

Keyword: thermomix mince pies

Servings:

Calories: 160kcal

Author: Vicki Newton

Ingredients

For the Sweet Shortcrust Pastry

200 g plain flour
100 g unsalted butter, chilled and cut in cubes
30 g of icing sugar
50 g chilled water

For the Filling

24 teaspoons of fruit mince

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F (160°C fan). Lightly grease a 12-hole patty tin. See the recipe post for the one I use.
Place the flour, butter and icing sugar into the Thermomix bowl. Mix for 10 sec/speed 6, until crumbly.
Add the chilled water and knead for 1 min/dough setting, until the pastry comes together.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Shape into a ball, then press down into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 15-30 minutes to chill.
Roll the pastry between two sheets of baking paper until it's 3mm thick. Using a round cutter, cut 12 bases and press them gently into the patty tin.
Fill each case with 2 teaspoons of fruit mince. Cut stars from the remaining pastry and place on top.
Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden.
Cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with icing sugar to serve.

Notes

Mince Pie Tips

Ensure the butter and water for the pastry are well chilled - this keeps the pastry light, flaky, and easier to handle.
Rolling the pastry - if it starts to soften while rolling, pop it back in the fridge for a few minutes.
Avoid overfilling - too much fruit mince can bubble over.

Storage: Store the mince pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If it is hot where you are, store them in the fridge.

To freeze: Cooked mince pies can be frozen for up to 3 months. Cool completely before placing in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 5-10 minutes or the microwave for about 10 seconds, until just warm.

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