Phyllo Fruit Mince Pies

Nothing says festive like a tray of warm, spiced mince pies and we’re giving them a light and modern twist with flaky phyllo pastry and buttery layers that will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Recipe by Ocwaldo Ludolph
Preparation time: 15 min
Cooking time: 55 min

Ingredients:

  • 500g dried mixed fruit
  • 1 cup muscovado sugar
  • 1 lemon grated juiced
  • 1 orange grated juiced
  • 1 tsp mixed spice
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 75 g butter melted
  • 1/2 cup brandy essence
  • 1/2 cup almond flakes
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup icing sugar for dusting
  • 1 roll Phyllo pastry
  • Clover Butro Non-stick Cooking Spray

How To Make Phyllo Fruit Mince Pies

  1. For the fruit mince, coarsely chop dried fruit and transfer to a heat-proof dish.
  2. Stir in sugar, lemon zest and juice, spices, melted butter, and brandy essence.
  3. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes, stirring every minute.
  4. Chop almonds coarsely in a food processor and stir into fruit mixture.
  5. Cut the Phyllo pastry in squares and place in a muffin tray, sprayed with Clover Butro Non-Stick Cooking Spray.
  6. Scoop the fruit mince filling in the centre of the pastry, repeat the pastry steps.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Sprinkle with icing sugar to serve.