Easy Mince Pies: A Festive Treat
Mince pies are a classic Christmas treat, and they're surprisingly easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create delicious, festive treats that will be enjoyed by all.
Ingredients
* 1 cup plain flour
* 1/2 cup butter, cubed
* 2 tablespoons caster sugar
* 1 egg yolk
* 1 tablespoon water
* 1 jar (14 ounces) mincemeat
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, rub together the flour and butter until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
3. Stir in the caster sugar.
4. Add the egg yolk and water and mix until a dough forms.
5. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4-inch.
6. Cut out circles of dough using a 3-inch cookie cutter.
7. Place the circles of dough in a muffin tin.
8. Fill each circle with a spoonful of mincemeat.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
10. Serve warm.
Tips
* For a sweeter mince pie, add a little more caster sugar to the dough.
* For a more savory mince pie, add a little grated cheese to the mincemeat.
* If you don't have a cookie cutter, you can use a glass or cup to cut out the circles of dough.
* Mince pies can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving.
Enjoy!