Mince pies are a cherished festive treat for many, known for their fruity fillings, aromatic spices, and buttery pastry crust. However, this year I found the supermarket versions underwhelming—often either too sugary, overly boozy, or scant on filling.
Not being an experienced baker, the idea of making mince pies from scratch felt intimidating. Seeking something simpler yet equally festive, I turned to Amy Sheppard’s mince pie cookie cake recipe, which I discovered on Instagram during a search for easy Christmas desserts.
Amy Sheppard, with over a million followers and author of the Sunday Times bestseller Easy 10, offers a foolproof recipe requiring just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes baking. In under 30 minutes, I had a delightful dessert: buttery, lightly spiced, and packed with juicy dried fruits.
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Amy sums it up perfectly: “Every year I say I’ll make my own mince pies with homemade mincemeat and pastry—but it rarely happens. If you want all the joy of Christmas baking without the effort, this is it. It’s light, buttery, and has that perfect cookie gooeyness while capturing the essence of a mince pie.”
She recommends enjoying the cake warm, paired with a scoop of ice cream, for a truly satisfying festive treat. This recipe is a perfect shortcut for anyone looking to bring the flavors of Christmas to the table without spending hours in the kitchen.