Fancy a mince pie??
For me, I don’t think many things say Christmas as much as a mince pie.
The gooey fruity filing, crispy pasty…
So good! Pretty yummy, but still packed with refined sugar.
My version does, of course, contain sugar as dried fruit, but that’s it, and it’s packed with extra healthy goodies like spices, chia, flax, ground almonds, nuts and, of course, yummy fruit.
And the crispy case isn’t your usual pastry, I’ll have you know! It’s made from oat flour, buckwheat, and ground almonds and is so gorgeous, nutty and naturally gluten-free.
I really hope you enjoy!
Much love, Niki xx
Anita
Ooh this looks amazing, I’m just missing buckwheat flour.. could I substitute for spelt or more oat or a combination?
Niki
Yes you can xxx
Niki
Yes you can.
Love, Niki x
Jenny
Hi Niki,
Can your fruit mince pies be made ahead and frozen?
Niki
Hi Jenny
Thank you!
I’m afraid i havent tried freezing them so cant say for sure.
Much love, Niki xxx
Anita
Can I use plain flour instead of buckwheat flour?
Niki
yes for sure xxx
Niki
Yes sure can! xx
Sam
How long does the filing last for. I am thinking about making it in advance and then keeping it in a jar. Will it keep or does it need to be cooked immediately?
Niki
A few weeks xx
Niki
At least a week!
Love, Niki xx
E
Can I sub the flax for a real egg?
Niki
Hi E
So sorry I haven’t tried. Love to hear if it works.
Love
Niki xxx
armando
This looks great! I will prepare it for my children……..Thanks for sharing
Niki
So happy you like!
My best
Niki xx
Elf
1 tsp? Seems tiny, did you mean 1 tbsp?
Ella
1tbsp of what sorry
Niki
Yes I did, thanks so much for spotting!
Best
Niki
Ella
1bsp of what sorry? Xx
Niki
Hi Ella
Do you mean 1 tbsp of the filling?
Best
Niki xxx
Ella
Elf said did you mean 1tbsp i was wondering what s/he meant
Xx
Steve
What ingredient is this referring to as I’m planning on making them soon? Thank you.
Niki
Which ingredient Steve?
Best
Niki x
Shirley Taylor
Looks very tasty shall definitely try this one and also pass it on to two friends.
Niki
Im very happy to hear! Thank you Shirley xx
Shirley Taylor
This recipe looks interesting, will also pass it on to a vegan friend who have just opened a vegan/vegetarian café.