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Ultimate Healthy Fruit Mince Pies

Delight in these Ultimate Healthy Fruit Mince Pies, featuring a wholesome oat-based crust and a filling of juicy apples, dried fruits, and fragrant spices, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 14 pies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the fruit mince filling
  • 1.5 cups mixed dried fruit Consider using a mix of raisins, sultanas, and figs for variety.
  • 2 pieces apples, peeled and diced Granny Smith for their tartness.
  • 1 large finely grated carrot Adds moisture and sweetness.
  • 1 piece Zest of orange For a citrus zing.
  • 0.5 cups fresh orange juice
  • 0.5 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the crust
  • 3 cups oat flour Can use store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 piece egg Room temperature for better mixing.
  • 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil Unsalted butter can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 0.5 cups cold water More may be needed; keep on hand.

Method
 

Preparation of Filling
  1. In a medium pot, combine all the ingredients for the fruit mince filling: mixed dried fruit, diced apples, grated carrot, orange zest, orange juice, water, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla extract. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and aromatic. Set aside to cool.
Preparation of Crust
  1. While the filling cools, preheat your oven to 160°C (350°F). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin and 2 extra muffin cups.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, egg, melted coconut oil, and honey/maple syrup. Gradually add cold water until a soft dough forms. Add more oat flour if too sticky.
  3. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Cut out circles of dough and press them into the greased muffin tin to create a small cup.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Stab the bottom of each crust with a fork to prevent bubbling. Spoon the cooled fruit mince filling evenly into each pie crust, filling generously.
  2. Roll out remaining pastry to cut out fun shapes for topping.
  3. Bake in preheated oven for about 30 minutes, until crust is golden brown.
  4. Allow to cool completely in the tin before removing. Serve as desired.

Notes

These pies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, refrigerated for up to a week, or frozen for up to three months. Prepare the fruit filling a day in advance to enhance flavors.