Mincemeat for Mince Pies Recipe

Name: Mincemeat for Mince Pies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 900 g tart cooking apples; 2 oranges, zest and juice of; 1 lemon, zest and juice of; 200 g raisins; 200 g sultanas; 100 g dried cranberries; 175 g dark muscovado sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon mixed spice; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg; 100 g butter; 300 ml dry cider; 5 tablespoons rum or 5 brandy

Servings: persons

900 g tart cooking apples
2 oranges, zest and juice of
1 lemon, zest and juice of
200 g raisins
200 g sultanas
100 g dried cranberries
175 g dark muscovado sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon mixed spice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
100 g butter
300 ml dry cider
5 tablespoons rum or 5 brandy

1
peel,quarter and core the apples, then chop them into chunks and put in a lange heavy based pan.
2
Add the juice and zest, then stir in remaining ingredients.
3
Slowly bring to the boil then reduce to a gentle simmer.
4
Cook uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
5
When the mincemeat will be cooked it willbe thick and pulpy, the apple broken down and the dried fruit will be plump and shiny.
6
Pack into sterilized jars or cool and freeze in plastic containers.It will keep for 1 month in jars or 6 months in a freezer.

500

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 900 g tart cooking apples, 2 oranges, zest and juice of, 1 lemon, zest and juice of, 200 g raisins, and more.

Yes, Mincemeat for Mince Pies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Mincemeat for Mince Pies

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