SPECIALLY SELECTED ALL BUTTER MINI MINCE PIES (12)

£1.99, Aldi

Utterly perfect mounds of crumbly pastry and tasty fruit. It was impossible to stop after only one, two or even three. Melt in the mouth and ideal for squeezing in after a hefty Christmas dinner.

ESSENTIAL SHORTCRUST MINCE PIES (6)

£1.25, Waitrose

The absolute best value for money. The pastry was perfection and the filling was juicy with fruit that exploded across your tongue. An added plus is this one is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

FINEST ALL BUTTER PASTRY MINCE PIES (6)

£2.25, Tesco

This one was filled to the brim but it was super sweet and a little dry. It needed something to help it out a bit. A touch of cream worked a treat. ★★III