Print

Mary Berry Frangipane Mince Pies

Mary Berry Frangipane Mince Pies recipe
Print Recipe

Mary Berry’s Frangipane Mince Pies are classic mince pies topped with a fluffy almond frangipane layer. The combination of rich mincemeat and the nutty, buttery frangipane makes these pies an elegant addition to your festive dessert table.

Ingredients

For the Pastry:

  • Plain flour – 175g, for a crisp base.
  • Butter – 75g, chilled and diced, adds richness.
  • Icing sugar – 25g, for a subtle sweetness.
  • Egg yolk – 1, for binding.
  • Cold water – 1–2 tablespoons, to bring the dough together.

For the Filling:

  • Mincemeat – 200g, store-bought or homemade.

For the Frangipane Topping:

  • Butter – 75g, softened, for a creamy texture.
  • Caster sugar – 75g, for sweetness.
  • Egg – 1 large, for structure.
  • Ground almonds – 75g, for nutty flavor.
  • Almond extract – 1 teaspoon, optional, enhances almond flavor.

For Decoration:

  • Flaked almonds – 2 tablespoons, for a crunchy topping.
  • Icing sugar – For dusting.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pastry

  • In a mixing bowl, rub the chilled butter into the flour until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
  • Stir in the icing sugar, then add the egg yolk and 1–2 tablespoons of cold water. Mix until the dough comes together.
  • Wrap the dough in cling film and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Roll Out the Pastry

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F.
  • Roll out the chilled pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 3mm thickness.
  • Use a round pastry cutter to cut out 12 circles and line the holes of the muffin tin.

Step 3: Add the Filling

  • Spoon a small amount of mincemeat into each pastry case, filling them about halfway.

Step 4: Make the Frangipane Topping

  • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg and almond extract (if using), then fold in the ground almonds.

Step 5: Add the Frangipane

  • Transfer the frangipane mixture to a piping bag for precision or spoon it over the mincemeat filling, spreading it gently to cover.
  • Sprinkle with flaked almonds for added texture.

Step 6: Bake the Mince Pies

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the frangipane is golden and risen.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

  • Allow the pies to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Dust with icing sugar before serving.

Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-frangipane-mince-pies/