Easy Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls are the simplest mince pies you will make. Take sweet mincemeat, almond and orange filling and wrap it in ready-made puff pastry to make a light flaky homemade mince pie in no time at all.
Quick Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls
It gets really hectic in the lead-up to the holiday season. You might be entertaining friends or family on a night when you have been at work all day. Or perhaps you have been out shopping for gifts, there are so many things to do.
Homemade mince pies are a real treat, but they do take a little time to make. First, you have to make the pastry, then cut it out and line the tins, fill the pies and then add the tops. It’s something I really enjoy, but only when I have time.
What is Mincemeat?
Mincemeat is a rich mixture of dried fruits, spices, apples, citrus zest and juice, alcohol and suet or butter.
Is there meat in Mincemeat?
Originally, there was meat in mincemeat as well as the dried fruit and spices. This is how it got its name. The meat element was gradually replaced with beef suet.
I use vegetable suet but you can also use butter. This means the mincemeat is also suitable for vegetarians.
Make your own Mincemeat
If you do have time, then it is really easy to make your own mincemeat. Here are some recipes for you to try:
- Easy Slow Cooker Mincemeat
- Dark Chocolate Mincemeat
- Instant Chocolate Mincemeat (make it and use straight away)
What ingredients do I need to make the Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls?
- Pack of ready-rolled puff pastry sheets (thawed if frozeen)
- Jar of mincemeat
- Ground almonds (almond flour)
- Orange zest
- Brandy or Port (optional)
How do I improve the flavour of ready-made Mincemeat?
- Add some alcohol to ready-made mincemeat. Brandy is traditional, but port, rum, whisky, or your favourite liqueur will add depth of flavour .
- Add chopped chocolate to the mincemeat. If you are not using my Dark Chocolate or Instant Chocolate Mincemeat, add some chopped chocolate to bought or plain homemade mincemeat.
- Peel and finely chop an apple and add to the mincemeat.
How to make Easy Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls
This recipe for Easy Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls couldn’t be simper, follow the step-by-step photographs for all the details.
All quantities and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the page
Make the Mincemeat Filling
Put the mincemeat into a bowl and mix in the ground almonds, orange zest, brandy or other alcohol, and a beaten egg. The almonds and egg help to bind the mincemeat together and hold it in the roll.
Prepare the Puff Pastry
Divide the puff pastry sheets into two long rectangles. If you are familiar with the technique for making savoury sausage rolls, then this is the same method.
Add the mincemeat mixture
- Divide the pastry in half lengthways, then divide the mincemeat mixture between the two strips of pastry.
- Beat the second egg and brush egg wash on the long edges of the pastry.
Seal the puff pastry
Carefully fold the pastry over the mincemeat mixture and seal.
Crimp the edges
Use your fingers or a finger and thumb to crimp the edge of the pastry to ensure that it is properly sealed.
Cut across the roll of pastry with a sharp knife. I start by making a cut in the middle, then half each piece until I have rolls of about 3 cm long. But you can make them longer or very slightly shorter. Don’t make them too short or the mincemeat may spill out.
Bake
Place on a baking tray lined with baking parchment or greased and dusted with flour, and bake until golden.
How to serve Easy Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls
Dust the Mincemeat Rolls with icing (confectioners) sugar once they have cooled. I like to serve them slightly warm with a glass of sherry, but they are also delicious with tea or coffee.
How do I store Mincemeat Rolls?
The Mincemeat Rolls will keep in a sealed container for a couple of days. However, they are better eaten fresh. Refresh them by warming through in a low oven.
Can I freeze Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls?
Cooked puff pastry will freeze but these Mincemeat Rolls are best eaten on the day they are made.
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Even More Mincemeat Bakes
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Easy Puff Pastry Mincemeat Rolls
Ingredients
- 375 g Ready rolled puff pastry
- 300 g mincemeat approximately
- 2 tbsp ground almonds
- 2 eggs
- 1 orange grated zest
- 1 tbsp brandy or port
Instructions
- Put the mincemeat in a bowl, mix in one beaten egg, zest of an orange, 1 tbsp brandy or port and 2 tbsp of ground almonds.
- Divide the pastry into two long rectangles. Divide the mincemeat mixture between the two strips of pastry.
- Beat the second egg and brush egg wash along the edges.
- Fold the pastry over and press with a fork, brush with egg wash and cut into rolls about 3 cm in length..
- Place on a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 200C for 10-15 minutes until puffed up and golden.
- Leave to cool slightly, then serve dusted with icing sugar.
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fiona maclean says
they look lovely as always janice…and I might just manage something like this myself!
Caroline says
Ooh, I like the sound of mincemeat sausage rolls! And I like the sound of chocolate mincemeat too. They look great, I might 'borrow' your idea 🙂
Chele says
That is a totally brilliant idea. Think I may need to add some of these beauties to my baking list this festive season!
belleau kitchen says
Genius! I could have added these to my 6 ways to make 7 ways… I love the idea and its so simple. I guess they're a little like strudel which is wonderful. Love a quick fire Christmas tip x
Kate@whatkatebaked says
Such an inspired idea Janice!
Maya says
What a brilliant idea! I always put off making mince pies as it takes too long to per bake the pastry, this cuts the time out in half! I love it!
laura@howtocookgoodfood says
Janice these are gorgeous and I am amazed you manage to rustle them up so quirky. Just goes to show that that good cooking and recipes don't have to take long to cook. My kids would love these as would I!
Karen S Booth says
I had to make nibbles and manage t make them on the day! Just! These look fabulous Janice and anything with mincemeat in it has my name on it! Karen
Janice Pattie says
Thank you for all your lovely comments. It's such a simple idea, I don't know why I didn't think about doing it before!
Garden Tea Cakes and Me says
Absolutely fabulous idea Janice love them!
Cat says
I love new ways of using mincemeat that isn’t a mince pie. You had me ad port with these! Can I add it to the recipe and drink it while I eat one please?!
Janice Pattie says
Thank you. I think drinking port as well as adding it to the mincemeat is a very good idea indeed!
Jessica Cantoni says
I love a mince pie, be it puff pastry or shortcrust! These look too tempting! x
Janice Pattie says
Thank you, they are so quick and easy to make you can have them any time!
Kat (The Baking Explorer) says
This is such a great idea!
Janice Pattie says
Thank you, I’m all for easy!