Mincemeat swirls

COURSE:
Breakfast, Cake, Dessert, Snack

Christmas Mincemeat Swirls: A Festive Treat for the Holidays

Get into the festive spirit with Christmas Mincemeat Swirls, the perfect sweet treat for your holiday gatherings. These delightful pastries are made with a buttery, flaky dough swirled with rich, spiced mincemeat filling. The result is a comforting, indulgent bite that captures all the flavours of Christmas in every mouthful. Whether you’re serving them at a festive brunch, as a dessert, or just enjoying them with a cup of tea, these mincemeat swirls are sure to be a crowd favourite.

Using your Instant Pot or oven, these Christmas Mincemeat Swirls are incredibly easy to prepare. The dough bakes to a golden, crisp perfection, while the mincemeat filling infuses each swirl with the sweet warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and dried fruit. A sprinkle of sugar or a drizzle of icing over the top adds a touch of festive sweetness, making these swirls an irresistible addition to your holiday spread.

Perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying on your own, Christmas Mincemeat Swirls bring the warmth and joy of the season straight to your kitchen. Their beautiful, spiral shape and festive flavour make them a must-try during the holiday season.

Christmas Mincemeat Swirls

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 125 ml warm milk
  • 12 g dried yeast
  • 50 g sugar
  • 350 g strong white bread flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 40 g melted butter

Filling:

  • 150 g mincemeat
  • 1 tbsp orange juice
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Icing:

  • 30 g cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp orange juice
  • 15 g softened butter
  • 90 g icing sugar

Instructions

  1. Add 1 tsp sugar to the milk and whisk in the yeast, then set aside for 5 minutes so a froth forms.
  2. Add the remaining dough ingredients into a large bowl, give the yeast mixture another quick whisk and add to the dry ingredients. Then mix into a soft dough.
  3. Once mixed, knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes, then put in a warm place, covered whilst it proves.
  4. Once the dough has doubled in size, remove it from the bowl onto a lightly floured surface and knead it lightly for another minute before rolling into an oblong shape. (approx. 12 x 15 inches.) The dough will be quite springy but can be gently pulled into shape between rolling.
  5. Mix the filling ingredients together, and then spread evenly over the dough.
  6. Starting with one of the longer sides carefully roll the dough keeping it as tight as possible wrapping the filling inside then cut the dough into 12 equal portions.
  7. Line the Vortex basket with baking paper and arrange the swirls directly onto the paper leaving a small gap between each.
  8. With the Vortex turned off, put the basket back in and leave to prove for 25 minutes.
  9. Once the dough has doubled again, turn the Vortex on and select the Bake function, setting the temperature to 171℃ and the time for 13 minutes. Once the Vortex finishes, remove the basket and carefully lift the whirls out, keeping them on the baking paper.
  10. In a bowl, mix the icing ingredients together until smooth, then glaze the whirls whilst they’re still hot.
Mincemeat swirls

Christmas Mincemeat Swirls

COURSE:
Breakfast, Cake, Dessert, Snack

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 125 ml warm milk
  • 12 g dried yeast
  • 50 g sugar
  • 350 g strong white bread flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 40 g melted butter

Filling:

  • 150 g mincemeat
  • 1 tbsp orange juice
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Icing:

  • 30 g cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp orange juice
  • 15 g softened butter
  • 90 g icing sugar

Instructions

  1. Add 1 tsp sugar to the milk and whisk in the yeast, then set aside for 5 minutes so a froth forms.
  2. Add the remaining dough ingredients into a large bowl, give the yeast mixture another quick whisk and add to the dry ingredients. Then mix into a soft dough.
  3. Once mixed, knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes, then put in a warm place, covered whilst it proves.
  4. Once the dough has doubled in size, remove it from the bowl onto a lightly floured surface and knead it lightly for another minute before rolling into an oblong shape. (approx. 12 x 15 inches.) The dough will be quite springy but can be gently pulled into shape between rolling.
  5. Mix the filling ingredients together, and then spread evenly over the dough.
  6. Starting with one of the longer sides carefully roll the dough keeping it as tight as possible wrapping the filling inside then cut the dough into 12 equal portions.
  7. Line the Vortex basket with baking paper and arrange the swirls directly onto the paper leaving a small gap between each.
  8. With the Vortex turned off, put the basket back in and leave to prove for 25 minutes.
  9. Once the dough has doubled again, turn the Vortex on and select the Bake function, setting the temperature to 171℃ and the time for 13 minutes. Once the Vortex finishes, remove the basket and carefully lift the whirls out, keeping them on the baking paper.
  10. In a bowl, mix the icing ingredients together until smooth, then glaze the whirls whilst they’re still hot.

Christmas Mincemeat Swirls: A Festive Treat for the Holidays

Get into the festive spirit with Christmas Mincemeat Swirls, the perfect sweet treat for your holiday gatherings. These delightful pastries are made with a buttery, flaky dough swirled with rich, spiced mincemeat filling. The result is a comforting, indulgent bite that captures all the flavours of Christmas in every mouthful. Whether you’re serving them at a festive brunch, as a dessert, or just enjoying them with a cup of tea, these mincemeat swirls are sure to be a crowd favourite.

Using your Instant Pot or oven, these Christmas Mincemeat Swirls are incredibly easy to prepare. The dough bakes to a golden, crisp perfection, while the mincemeat filling infuses each swirl with the sweet warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and dried fruit. A sprinkle of sugar or a drizzle of icing over the top adds a touch of festive sweetness, making these swirls an irresistible addition to your holiday spread.

Perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying on your own, Christmas Mincemeat Swirls bring the warmth and joy of the season straight to your kitchen. Their beautiful, spiral shape and festive flavour make them a must-try during the holiday season.