Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more It's the most wonderful time of the ...

The Independent and Yahoo will earn a commission from purchases made via links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. They’re a staunchly British sweet pastry that have been ...

When it comes to decking out your kitchen for the Yuletide season, there's a whole host of factors to weigh up – from cost and quality to catering to your guests' dietary needs and tastes. One ...

The first mince pies showed up in the 11th century as Crusaders were returning from the Holy Land with spices they picked up on their travels. These spices included cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg that ...

There are certain foods constantly associated with the holiday season. Depending on the tradition and the part of the world, this may be anything from eggnog to fruitcake. But for centuries, many ...

Medieval bakers at work in the 15th century - Hulton Archive Medieval mince pies were big enough to feed an entire family, documents unearthed by the National Archives suggest. Centuries-old recipes ...

A mother and daughter duo have put the most expensive mince pies on the market to the test, and one failed to meet their expectations. The humble mince pie is a festive favourite, often tucked into ...

With Christmas around the corner, many households will already be thinking about their Christmas dinner and the delicious festive bites they will enjoy on the holiday. Some may have even started ...

12:58, Fri, Dec 5, 2025 Updated: 13:00, Fri, Dec 5, 2025 There's nothing better than sinking your teeth into a warm, spiced mince pie with buttery pastry and plenty of fruit. However, making mince ...

Stir in the icing sugar and orange zest, then stir in the beaten egg and mix until the ingredients just come together as a dough. Wrap the dough in greaseproof paper and chill in the fridge for 10-15 ...