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Frangipane Topped Mince Pies

Frangipane Topped Mince Pies for a Cozy Festive Treat

Indulge in these Frangipane Topped Mince Pies, a delightful mix of rich mincemeat and almond topping, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 250 g Plain Flour can use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 125 g Butter use vegan butter for a dairy-free alternative
  • 2-3 tbsp Cold Water
For the Filling
  • 400 g Mincemeat shop-bought for convenience
  • 50 g Flaked Almonds optional but recommended
For the Frangipane
  • 125 g Softened Butter
  • 100 g Caster Sugar granulated sugar can be substituted
  • 1 large Medium Egg can use a large egg for more volume
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract almond extract can be used instead
  • 100 g Ground Almonds can substitute with almond flour
For Dusting
  • icing sugar Icing Sugar optional for lower sugar intake

Equipment

  • Cupcake tray
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Round cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a cupcake tray.
  2. Combine plain flour and butter, rub together until resembling breadcrumbs. Gradually add cold water until a dough forms.
  3. Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Beat together softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy. Add the medium egg, vanilla extract, and ground almonds.
  5. Roll out the chilled pastry to 3mm thickness and cut circles for the cupcake tray.
  6. Place pastry circles into each cup, fill with mincemeat, and top with frangipane.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool the pies for a few minutes and dust with icing sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overworking the pastry dough for fluffy pies. Check baking time regularly, and serve warm for the best experience.

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