Whether you’re a devoted mince pie fan or simply enjoy one during the festive season, there’s a strong case for calling the mince pie a Christmas Day essential. And if you’re wondering which supermarket does the best version, the IndyBest 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 comes down to the details – the quality of the pastry, a generous filling (no skimping, please) and, of course, flavour. These were the elements we focused on when blind-testing a range of festive favourites in The Independent studio (a tough job, we know). While some fell a little flat, others seriously impressed, with one clear standout rising above the rest.
