12 mince pie recipes

Frangipane mince pies

Elevate traditional mince pies with a layer of almond-flavoured frangipane and a flaked almond topping. Perfect for a festive dessert, served with cream.

Shortbread mince pies

Put an imaginative twist on the classic mince pie recipe this Christmas by adding shortbread pastry.

Puff pastry mince pies

Ready-made puff pastry and shop-bought mincemeat are shortcuts to a quick batch of mince pies – we love the nutty crunch that comes from the pecans, plus the warmth of the spiced rum.

Clementine mince pies

Fresh clementine zest and a dash of Cointreau is what makes these mince pies extra-special. Finish with a pastry star topper.

Vegan mince pies

With just a few simple swaps, you can transform classic mince pies into a crowd-pleasing vegan bake that anyone can enjoy over the festive season. This easy recipe uses free-from ingredients such as vegetable suet, plant milk and spread.

Filo pastry and nougat mince pies

Crisp filo pastry encases zesty amaretto and nougat-studded mincemeat, making these mince pies the most luxurious Christmas treat.

Whisky crumble mince pies

We've added a splash of booze and morello cherries to this classic Christmas treat, then topped with buttery crumble for extra indulgence.

Ecclefechan tarts

A must-try alternative to festive mince pies, flavoured with very strong tea, grape molasses and brown butter.

Mini mince pies

How do you make mini mince pies taste even better? Add a buttery viennese swirl biscuit topping, of course.

Gluten-free mince pies

Gluten-free or baking for someone who is? You don't have to miss out on the Christmas fun – these boozy bourbon mince pies with meringue tops don't compromise on flavour or texture.

Marzipan mince pies

Elevate these mince pies with a layer of marzipan. This recipe comes from The Burlington restaurant at Bolton Abbey in Yorkshire.