Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts (How To Make)

Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts. Hello friends. Happy Saturday.  So are you looking for some gluten-free Christmas baking recipes, today? 

If so, I have a yummy recipe to share with you. Free from gluten, egg, soya, wheat, and nuts. Suitable for vegetarians.

Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts. No one should miss out on mince pies at Christmas and today I'm happy to share these Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts with you.

Celebrate the festive season with a delightful twist by making gluten-free star mince tarts. 

These classic Christmas treats are a favourite at holiday times, featuring a crumbly pastry shell and a rich, fruity mincemeat filling.

Updated Post. First published here on 15th December 2018. The recipe and image are courtesy of Freee By Doves Farm.

How To Make Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts:

How To Make Gluten-Free Pasty? To make sure your tarts are gluten-free, use a blend of FREEE by Doves Farm Gluten Free Plain White Flour, butter, and cold water. 

Roll out the dough gently to avoid crumbling, and cut out your star-shaped tops using festive cookie cutters. 

You can buy some here: Star-Shaped Cookie Cutters. 

Add a gluten-free mincemeat filling and apricot jam or you can craft your own with dried fruits, spices, and a splash of brandy for a homemade touch.

Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts:

Ingredients:

Pasty:

• 200g FREEE by Doves Farm Gluten Free Plain White Flour
• 100g butter (or vegan butter)
• 6 tbsp cold water

Filling: 

• 200g Mincemeat, gluten-free
• 1 tbsp apricot jam, warmed

Baking these tarts is as much about the process as it is about the result. 

Assemble the tarts by pressing your gluten-free pastry into small tart pans, spooning in the luscious filling, and topping them with a delicate pastry star.

Equipment:

1. 12-hole tart tray, round and star-shaped pastry cutters, pastry brush

Temperature:

• 180°C, Fan 160°C, 350°F, Gas 4

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts (How To Make) Method:

Pastry:

1. Firstly, put the flour and butter into a large bowl.
2. Use a fork or pastry blender to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Avoid using your fingers for this.
3. Stir in enough of the water to bring the pastry easily together into a soft, slightly sticky ball of dough - it will appear a little wet but will absorb the liquid while resting.
4. Cover the pastry with parchment or cling film and rest it in the fridge for 30 minutes.
5. Grease a 12-hole tart tray with butter and pre-heat the oven.
6. Take two-thirds of the pastry and roll it out between two pieces of floured cling film or parchment until it is the thickness of a pound coin.
7. Select a pastry cutter or cup a little bigger than the holes of the tart tray and press it into the dough to make circles. Lift the circles onto the prepared tray.

Bake until golden and fragrant, filling your kitchen with the warm aroma of Christmas spices.

Filling And Topping:

1. Put a teaspoon of mincemeat in the center of each tart.
2. Roll the remaining pastry out between two pieces of cling film or parchment and press the star cutter into the dough to make star shapes.
3. Gently place these over the mincemeat.
4. Bake for 25 minutes.
5. Last but not least, remove the tart tray from the oven and brush the pastry stars with a little apricot jam before cooking for a further 5 minutes.

These gluten-free delights are sure to impress both gluten-sensitive guests and traditional dessert lovers alike. 

Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible holiday treat that everyone can enjoy.

So what do you think of this Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts recipe? 

Do you also fancy making some? 

Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts. No one should miss out on mince pies at Christmas and today I'm happy to share these Gluten-Free Star Mince Tarts with you. 

Free from gluten, egg, soya, wheat and nuts. Suitable for vegetarians.

10 Tips for Making Gluten-Free Mince Pies:

Tips for Making Gluten-Free Mince Pies.

Firstly, Choose the Right Flour Blend. Use a high-quality gluten-free flour blend that includes a mix of rice, potato, tapioca, maize, buckwheat for a well-balanced texture.

Secondly, Chill The Ingredients. Ensure your butter and water are very cold. This helps gluten-free pastry stay firm and prevents it from becoming too sticky to handle. Or you can place it in a fridge after making it for a while before baking. 

Thirdly, Roll It Between Sheets Of Parchment Paper. You could roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to prevent sticking and make it easier to transfer to your baking tin.

Fourthly, Handle The Pasty with Care. Gluten-free pastry can be fragile. Use a rolling pin to gently transfer the rolled-out dough into the tin. If it breaks, patch it by pressing it back together.

Fifth, Pre-Bake the Pastry Cases. Blind-baking the pastry cases for 5–10 minutes before adding the mincemeat filling helps prevent a soggy bottom.

Sixth, Add a Little Moisture. Gluten-free dough can dry out quickly, so sprinkle a few drops of water if it starts to crack during handling.

Seventh, Choose Gluten-Free Mincemeat. Check the label on your mincemeat filling to ensure it’s gluten-free. Some store-bought versions may contain barley malt or other gluten-containing ingredients. Alternatively, make your own filling with dried fruits, spices, and gluten-free suet. 

You can find a recipe here, just make sure all your ingredients you buy are gluten-free; Easy Christmas Mincemeat Recipe for the Perfect Homemade Mince Pies.

Eighth, Don’t Overbake. Gluten-free pastry can go from perfectly baked to overly dry very quickly. Keep an eye on your pies and bake just until the edges are golden.

Ninth, Dust with Icing. Sugar Finish your mince pies with a light dusting of gluten-free icing sugar for a festive touch. 

Tenth, Store In An Airtight Container. Store Properly Gluten-free pastries dry out faster than regular ones. Store your mince pies in an airtight container or freeze them for later use.

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