Mince Pies with Brandy Butter
Mince pies with brandy butter are a festive delight that features a flaky pastry crust enveloping a sweet and spiced filling of dried fruits. Paired with rich brandy butter, these bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings. Their luscious flavors and inviting aroma make them an irresistible addition to any celebration, evoking cherished memories of the season.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 mince pies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (approximately 250g)
- 1 cup mincemeat filling (about 200g)
- 2 tbsp brandy
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut out circles to fit into a muffin tin.
- Place the pastry circles into the tin cups and fill each with about 1 tablespoon of mincemeat.
- Cut smaller circles or decorative shapes from remaining pastry for tops and place them over the filled pies.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, mix softened butter, powdered sugar, and brandy until smooth to make the brandy butter.
- Serve warm with dollops of brandy butter on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie (45g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Chill the pastry before rolling to prevent shrinkage. - For added flavor, consider adding nuts or chocolate chips to the filling. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.