Mince pies get a makeover this Christmas
Video report by ITV News Meridian's Matt Price:
They are a staple of the Christmas diet but it seems this year mince pies are having something of a makeover, with some new flavours.
Industry experts predict some of the best sellers this year will be salted caramel and vegan mince pies.
Salted caramel mince pies have a gooey centre nestled between a buttery pastry case, alongside the traditional mincemeat filling while vegan mince pies use coconut, almond or oat oil.
The Speculoos mince pie, which originated in the Netherlands, is also expected to do well.
It has a spiced shortcrust biscuit case instead of the traditional buttery pastry case.
Sharon Richards, who owns The Bakers in Stubbington in Hampshire, says mince pies are the bestseller at this time of year.
The mince pie is an English invention with its ingredients traceable to the 13th century. They have been enjoyed in December by generations.