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Best Sweet Mince Pies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our sweet mince pies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of festive celebrations. This classic recipe combines a flaky, buttery crust with a luscious spiced fruit filling, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Perfectly suited for holiday gatherings and afternoon teas, our homemade sweet mince pies are guaranteed to impress your guests. Discover the joy of baking with this easy-to-follow recipe and elevate your festive experience to new heights.

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Sweet mince pies

Image of a golden-brown sweet mince pie with a delicate lattice crust, adorned with a dusting of powdered sugar, presented on a festive platter.
Prep Time 12 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 13 hours
Course Cake
Cuisine South African
Servings 12
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 150 grams currants
  • 150 grams raisins
  • 75 grams mixed peel
  • 45 ml brandy
  • 125 grams dark brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • 1 tsp mixed spice
  • 150 grams cold butter grated
  • 1 large apple (Granny Smith) peeled and grated
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 1 orange zest and juice

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate overnight.
  • Roll out ready-made shortcrust pastry.
  • Cut out discs to fit your muffin pan and an equal amount of slightly smaller discs.
  • Spread the fruit mix onto the larger discs, already placed in the greased muffin pan.
  • Lightly dab edges with egg yolk.
  • Add lid and press down. Poke fork holes in the lid.
  • Brush with egg.
  • Bake at 180°C for 25 - 30 minutes.
  • Once cooled, powder with castor sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 132mgPotassium: 269mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 481IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg
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