Dessert

Santa’s Mince Pie Diamonds Recipe

ByNoah Steele December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

Introduction

Santa’s mince pie diamonds are a delightful twist on traditional festive treats. Layers of buttery filo pastry encase a spiced mixture of dried fruits and berries, creating a golden, flaky dessert perfect for holiday gatherings.

The image shows three pieces of a layered dessert with golden, flaky tops and a rich, dark filling that looks like a mix of nuts and dried fruits, placed on a white rectangular plate on a white marbled surface. In front of these slices, there is a round, white, coconut-covered sweet with a small orange decoration on top, set on a white plate with a Christmas-themed napkin underneath. To the right side, two red tealight candles with small flames add a warm glow. In the background, a green gift box with a red ribbon sits slightly out of focus. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

100g butter, melted
14 filo pastry sheets

500g mixed dried fruits
140g dried berries (including cranberries and cherries)

1 heaped tsp brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp mixed spice
2 tbsp clear honey
Zest of 1 lemon

2 tbsp clear honey (for glazing)
2 tbsp water

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C/gas mark 6). Grease an 18 x 28 cm baking tray with melted butter.

Step 2: Brush a sheet of filo pastry with melted butter and place it buttered side up in the tray. Repeat this process with 4 more sheets, brushing each layer with butter as you go.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the mixed dried fruits, dried berries, brown sugar, cinnamon, mixed spice, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Stir until evenly mixed.
Step 4: Spread one-third of the fruit mixture evenly over the filo layers in the tray. Cover with 3 buttered sheets of filo pastry. Repeat layering the fruit and filo until you have 3 layers of fruit, topped with 3 sheets of buttered filo.

Step 5: Brush the top layer with melted butter. Using a sharp knife, carefully score the pastry into diamond shapes. Sprinkle a little water over the surface to prevent the corners from curling during baking.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the filo is crisp and golden brown.
Step 7: While the pastry bakes, gently warm the lemon zest, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 2 tablespoons of water in a small pan.

Step 8: When the mince pie diamonds are out of the oven, pour the warm honey glaze evenly over the still-warm pastry. Allow to cool fully in the tray before loosening the pieces and serving.

Tips & Variations

Use a sharp, serrated knife to score the filo to avoid tearing the delicate layers.
For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts between the fruit layers.

Swap mixed dried fruits for your favorite dried fruits such as apricots or raisins to customize the flavor.
If you prefer a less sweet glaze, reduce the honey or replace it with maple syrup.

Storage

Store leftover mince pie diamonds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crispness. Reheat gently in a low oven for 5-7 minutes to refresh the texture before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows three slices of pie on a white rectangular plate, each slice with a golden brown flaky crust on top and a dark filling that looks like a mix of nuts and dried fruits, layered thickly. In front of this plate, there is a white round plate with a ball-shaped dessert covered in white coconut flakes and decorated with a small orange flower on top, placed on a red and green napkin with a white design. To the right, there is a round red plate holding two lit small red candles with white flames. The background features a green and red gift box with a big red ribbon on a wooden surface, and everything rests on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dessert in advance?

Yes, you can assemble the mince pie diamonds and refrigerate them unbaked for up to 24 hours before baking. Allow them to come to room temperature before placing in the oven.