Just like the turkey, Christmas pudding and pigs in blankets, it's simply not Christmas day without at least a couple of mince pies. After all, the humble pie is what Christmas is all about, right?!
The sweet English treat is usually filled with a mixture of dried fruits and spices, you can always make your own to get the flavours just right.
If you don't fancy making your own this year, no need to worry as the high street and online will be crawling with minced pie goodness as we draw closer to the festive season.
If you're looking to stock up on enough mince pies to feed the whole family this Christmas, we've round up some of the best options you can buy right now from some of your favourite supermarkets.
Best mince pies for 2020
1. Organic Luxury Mince Pies with All Butter Pastry
Indulge in a little bit of organic luxury this Christmas, with this delicious pack of four mince pies from Abel and Cole.
The generously filled mince pies are packed full of Herefordshire apples, dried fruit, warming spices and splashes of cognac, what a dream.
Each are decorated with a Christmas star to get you right in the spirit as you tuck in.
Price: £5.75, Abel and Cole - buy here now
2. Selfridges Selection Traditional Assorted Mini Mince Pies
This selection of mince pies is perfect for anyone who enjoys exploring new flavours, why have one when you can indulge in three assorted flavours.
This pack of twelve is perfect for sharing amongst the family on Christmas day, although we aren't judging if you don't wish to share.
Choose from almond topped, cherry brimmed and citrus infused flavours.
Price: £7.99, Selfridges - buy here now
3. Christmas Almond Topped Petit Four Mince Pies
This interesting take on the traditional mince pie from Fortnum and Mason is sure to be a hit with the whole family. You also get 12 in a pack so you can have extra for yourself, or of course share them out (if you like).
The miniature treats boast brandy-soaked vine fruits, each are hand crafted in a smooth butter pastry casing, topped with crunch almonds.
We completely understand not wanting to share these.
Price: £10.95, Fortnum and Mason - buy here now
4. Waitrose Plum, Honey & Ginger Mince Pies
If you're wanting to try some alternative flavours this Christmas, this four pack from Waitrose packs a real treat with some intensely rich flavours.
Enjoy a buttered pastry filled with fruity mincemeat, sweetened with honey, dashes of ginger and plum.
Price: £2, Waitrose - buy here now
5. Walkers Shortbread Mince Pies
These mouth-wateringly good Walkers mince pies are sure to go down well with your brood.
Made from a delicious blend of traditional ingredients of fruits and candied citrus peels, all encased in a buttery short crust pastry. Yum!
Price: £9.24, Amazon - buy here now
6. Morrisons Mince Pies
If you're looking for a cheap and cheerful mince pie that everyone can enjoy, this six pack from Morrisons will keep everyone happy.
At £1 for six (that's 17p per pie) you can't really go wrong.
Price: £1, Amazon - buy here now
7. The Foods of Athenry Very Merry Christmas Starry Mince Pies
All the goodness of a classic mince pie but 100% vegan. Each pie is made with a generous fruit filling and gluten, dairy and wheat-free Shortcrust pastry.
