We blindly taste tested every supermarket mincemeat pie – there was one clear winner

Whether you’re a dedicated mince pie fan or simply enjoy it during the festive season, there’s a strong case for calling mince pie the ‘means pie’. Christmas day required. And if you’re wondering which supermarket makes the best version, the IndieBest team has done the hard work for you – sampling pies from M&S, Lidl and beyond to find the tastiest on test.

A truly great pie depends on the details – the quality of the pastry, the hearty filling (no stinginess, please) and, of course, the taste. These were the elements we focused on when blind-testing the festival favorite series Independent Studio (a tough job, we know). While some flopped slightly, others seriously impressed, with one clear standout rising above the rest.

We haven’t just tested the best supermarket mince pies. In fact, Christmas came early for us when we did the blind-test Christmas Sandwich, mulled wine and more. we got the downdown too supermarket christmas menu And shop opening hours To note for holiday period. But for now, back to the pie…

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How we tested

We bought nine different mincemeat pies (hard work, we know) from major UK supermarkets. This included premium options from Waitrose and M&S, as well as budget-friendly options from Lidl and Asda. Each mincemeat pie was taste-tested blindly, and evaluated on flavour, appearance, texture and – an important factor when choosing the best mincemeat pie – filling-to-pastry ratio.

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Declared the “perfect mince pie” by one of our testers, Morrison’s The Best Signature Collection Mince Pies took top place in our blind taste-test. With nutritious brown-butter pastry and a filling that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and boozy, these were dubbed the best supermarket mince pies – our testers unanimously agreed.

Festive pies only come in packs of two, so are a little more expensive than most supermarket options, which usually come in packs of six or four. However, if you’re looking for delicious mince pies with deep fillings and pastries with homemade flavour, you can’t go wrong with these star-topped dishes from Morrisons.

If you’re shopping for Christmas celebrations and want more mince pie bang for your buck, we’ve listed a great budget-friendly option below that’s sure to impress.

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We have to mention these Sainsbury’s Taste The Difference Mince Pies. The ‘all butter’ pastry really lived up to its description – it was rich, golden, and had just the right amount of flavour. Our testers loved the intricate design (perfect for plating at Christmas parties) as well as the rich, brandy-infused filling.

Food & Drink Writer emma henderson A wide range of tests were carried out this year best mince piesAnd these were one of her favorite supermarket choices. Emma agreed that the pastry was the star of the show and said: “The pastry… although a little crumbly when bitten, has a really excellent creamy buttery flavour”.

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