Traditional British Boozy Mincemeat - Fat Free

Name: Traditional British Boozy Mincemeat - Fat Free
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pint of strong cider; 1 lb soft dark brown sugar; 1 lb cooking apple, cored & chopped; 1 teaspoon ground mixed spice; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 pinch ground cloves; 12 ounces currants; 12 ounces raisins; 8 ounces sultanas; 4 ounces glace cherries, finely chopped; 4 ounces candied peel; 4 ounces almonds, finely chopped; 1 orange, juice and zest of; 1 lemon, juice and zest of; 1/4 pint brandy or 1/4 pint rum

Servings: persons

3/4 pint of strong cider
1 lb soft dark brown sugar
1 lb cooking apple, cored & chopped
1 teaspoon ground mixed spice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch ground cloves
12 ounces currants
12 ounces raisins
8 ounces sultanas
4 ounces glace cherries, finely chopped
4 ounces candied peel
4 ounces almonds, finely chopped
1 orange, juice and zest of
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1/4 pint brandy or 1/4 pint rum

1
Put the cider and sugar into a large saucepan & heat GENTLY until the sugar has completely dissolved.
2
Stir in the rest of the ingredients, except the brandy or rum and slowly bring to the boil - stirring ALL the time!
3
(Please note it is not necessary to peel the apples - just core and chop them up finely.).
4
Lower the heat and partially cover the saucepan and simmer gently for 30 to 45 minutes.
5
Remove from the heat and leave it to become completely cold.
6
Stir in the brandy or rum and then spoon into cold, sterilised jars, making sure that the mincemeat is packed down firmly with NO space or air bubbles.
7
Cover with waxed discs and TIGHT fitting lids.
8
N.B. Kilner jars can be used too - make sure that the rubber seals are new & not perished!
9
GIFT IDEAS:
10
Design and hand write some labels - or use a Christmas template!
11
Make some paper or pretty material lid caps/covers. Secure with an elastic band & add a ribbon or raffia.
12
Hang a gift label and a scone, cookie or pie cutter from the ribbon - the same size as your mince pie tin shapes and you have a great home-made gift for someone!
13
I sometimes add a recipe card too, mince pies OR a mincemeat cake & mincemeat oat slices - look out for them as they are also posted on RecipeZaar too!

677

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pint of strong cider, 1 lb soft dark brown sugar, 1 lb cooking apple, cored & chopped, 1 teaspoon ground mixed spice, and more.

Yes, Traditional British Boozy Mincemeat - Fat Free falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!