A big thank you to everyone who has come along to the cafe this term, I hope you've had fun and I'm really looking forward to seeing you again next term.
Until then...
Crumble top mince pies:
Rub together the butter and flour with your fingers to make crumbs then beat in the egg and sugar to form a soft dough (you may need to add a little water or flour till you get the right consistency) Give the dough a quick knead then roll out quick thinly (but not so thin that it's difficult to handle!) Use a pastry cutter to make rounds, place them into a greased cupcake tin/tray.- Jar of mincemeat
- 250g mixed dried fruit
- Small grated apple
You can just use shop bought mincemeat (or home made! Although you have to start at the end of October!) but I think the addition of extra fruit makes them fresher and less sickly sweet.
Blob the mincemeat generously into the pies but don't overfill or you will end up with a sticky mess everywhere.
Now either add another round of pastry on top (the mince will help seal it so there's no need to use egg) or top with a sprinkle of crumble made by rubbing together 100g butter, 100g plain flour, 50g oats, teaspoon of mixed spice and 80g of sugar.
Bake at 180C until pastry is crisp and golden and enjoy with a large glass of mulled wine. Mmmmm....Unfortunately I cannot claim credit for the very funky Santa hats and Christmas trees, they were great fun to make and eat so if you're got some time to spare over Christmas then give them a go!
http://www.ericasweettooth.com/2010/12/strawberry-christmas-tree-brownie-bites.html
