The Most Amazing Mince Pies Ever from Auntie Marion

Name: The Most Amazing Mince Pies Ever from Auntie Marion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz SF Flour; 2 tsp Icing Sugar; 2 pinch Sea Salt; 2 oz Butter; 2 oz Lard/Trex; 3 tbsp Ice cold water; 2 can Mincemeat; 2 tbsp Brandy; 1 Egg yolk beaten with two tsp of water; 1 Egg yolk; 2 tbsp Castor sugar

Servings: persons

1
Rub the flour, sugar, salt & both fats together in a large bowl.
2
You can use a food processor if you prefer.
3
Add the water in dribbles & bring the pastry together with a flat knife.
4
With your hands, make the pastry into a ball and wrap it in cling film.
5
Put it in the fridge for half an hour to chill.
6
Set the oven to gas mark 5/190C/375F.
7
Divide pastry into three quarters & a quater.
8
Roll out the bigger piece of pastry & line a 12 hole bun tin (remember to grease & dust with icing sugar).
9
Roll to the thickness of a coin.
10
Put the mincemeat into a jar & stir in the brandy.
11
Mix well, put half a tablespoon into each pie.
12
Roll out the remaining pastry, to the same thickness.
13
Mix the egg yolk with 2 teaspoons of water.
14
Save the egg white.
15
Brush the egg white round the edges of the pies and put on the pie lids, this will seal the pies.
16
Brush the tops of the pies with the egg yolks & make a little slit in each one with a knife.
17
Sprinkle eith Castor sugar & put in the oven.
18
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, take out of the oven & transfer to a wire rack.
19
Sprinkle with icing sugar & enjoy!!
20
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418

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz SF Flour, 2 tsp Icing Sugar, 2 pinch Sea Salt, 2 oz Butter, and more.

Yes, The Most Amazing Mince Pies Ever from Auntie Marion falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!