This pastry is very short and crumbly which can make it a little tricky to work with, but it’s worth the effort for the result. Alternatively, you can substitute with store-bought sweet shortcrust.
10 fruit mince pie recipes to get you in the Christmas spirit
Nothing brings on the Christmas cheer quite like the smell of fruit mince pies.
Margaret Fulton's Christmas mince pie recipe
Food writer Kate Gibbs shares a classic mince pie recipe taught to her by her grandmother, Margaret Fulton.
Irish cream mince pies
These Irish cream mince pies are a decadent Christmas favourite.
Mince pie ice cream
If you're a fan of cookies-and-cream ice cream, then you'll love this way to use those last packets of mince pies.
Fruit mince brownies
Merry Christmas! Fruit mince adds a lovely twist to a traditional brownie.
Mum's mini mince pies
Katie Quinn Davies says that her mum makes the best mince pies ever, complete with her own crumbly shortcrust pastry and flavour-packed filling. Try them for yourself this Christmas.
Fruit mince pies with grand marnier butter
Everyone will love these spectacular fruit mince pies, which offer a creative take on the traditional favourites.
Mum's mini mince pies
Katie Quinn Davies says that her mum makes the best mince pies ever, complete with her own crumbly shortcrust pastry and flavour-packed filling. Try them for yourself this Christmas.
Fruit mince doughnuts
Fruit mince adds festive flavour to these gorgeous doughnuts.
Cheat's fruit mince tarts
Create a Christmas dessert in a flash with these quick and easy fruit mince tarts.
Fried apple mince pies with cinnamon sugar
Fried apple mince pies with cinnamon sugar, a sweet, summery dessert with a indulgent twist.