Hi Bold Bakers! IN THIS RECIPE: My mum’s recent take on a Mince Pies recipe… but with a coconut topping. Trust me, you have to try them to believe them — I wasn’t on board with the idea of them out of tradition, but now I don’t know if I can live without them ever again! Plus, it’s an easy recipe and you’ll end up with 12 pies for yourself everyone you love. Already have an account? I love mixing things up in the kitchen, trying new things, and experimenting with different flavors — but when it comes to my Christmas meal, I’m a bit of a stickler. I like to keep it traditional and, preferably, my mum would be making it! And it all starts with traditional mincemeat. Saying that, when I went home for Christmas one year, my mum made these coconut mince pies. As I said before, I do not like change in my Christmas meal. I was not happy with this new alternative to a traditional pie that should be pastry on top and bottom. Nothing else. And then I tasted them. And then I was hooked. I must have eaten a dozen myself over the holidays. I’m pretty sure it was that coconut topping that kept me coming back for more. They were addictive, to say the least. Thankfully, my mum shared the recipe with me. Now, I strongly recommend you change things up this holiday season with Mammy Stafford’s Not-So-Traditional Mince Pies!
What Are Mum’s Mince Pies?
Traditional mince pies are sweet pies filled with dried fruit and spices, called “mincemeat,” and they’re served around Christmas time. My traditional mince pies are a favorite and (usually) a Christmas staple. These are a bit different; instead of a full pastry all around, the top is a delicious coconut sponge.
What You Need To Make Mum’s Mince Pies With Coconut Topping
Measuring cups and spoons 12-hole cupcake pan 3 ½ inch round cutter
How Do I Make Mince Pies With Coconut?
These individual mince pies are the perfect way to end a cozy Christmas. Here’s how you make them — don’t forget to get the full, printable recipe, further down on the page:
Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips For Making Mum’s Mince Pies With Coconut Topping
Make your own mincemeat using my traditional mincemeat recipe. It’s cheaper and has a much better flavor! For the pastry, use my No-Fail Pie Crust, or for something extra buttery and indulgent, try my Easy Puff Pastry. Make, bake and freeze. Then On Christmas Day, take them out of the freezer, thaw, and pop them into a hot oven 350oF (180oC) for roughly 12-15 minutes. Use butter when making your pastry, not margarine. Butter will yield you the best results Desiccated coconut is also known as shredded or grated coconut.
How Do I Store Mince Pies With Coconut Topping?
These pies can be frozen and stored for up to 8 weeks! Re-heat and eat whenever you want. Make them ahead, so your holiday meal is a little less hectic.
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