All-Fruit Mincemeat

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
All-Fruit Mincemeat recipe for your festive occasions
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb currants
1/2 lb raisins
1 lb granny smith apple , peeled and diced ( about 2 large )
1 lb dark brown sugar
8 ounces candied peel , finely chopped
3 ounces chopped almonds
3 ounces chopped walnuts
2 lemons , juice and zest of , grated
1 orange , juice and zest of , grated
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon mace
1/8 teaspoon ginger
4 tablespoons dark rum
3/4 cup cognac or 3/4 cup brandy

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
267
Sugar
34g
Fat
7g
Traditionally, Mincemeat was made with meat, but later, due to the change in people's preferences, it was revived as a dessert made without meat. All-Fruit Mincemeat is one such recipe that has been popular due to its vegan nature. This recipe combines apples, raisins, currants, nuts, and candied peel to give it a fruity and nutty flavor. It is spiced with nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, mace, and ginger, which give it a warm aromatic flavor. The recipe is preserved by adding dark rum and cognac or brandy, which acts as preservatives.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except rum and cognac.
2.Once well mixed, add rum and cognac, stir again until all ingredients are combined.
3.Transfer the mixture into sterilized jars and let it sit for at least 2 weeks before use.

PROS

All-Fruit Mincemeat is a versatile recipe used in various desserts, including pies, tarts, and cakes.

It is a vegan recipe that does not contain meat, making it a perfect dish for vegetarians and vegans.

It is also a preserved recipe that can be made well in advance before festive occasions.

CONS

All-Fruit Mincemeat recipe is high in sugar content, and people with diabetes should eat it in moderation.

High in calories, it should also be consumed in moderate amounts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

All-Fruit Mincemeat is a good source of dietary fiber that promotes healthy digestion and reduces the risk of heart diseases.
It also contains nuts that are a good source of healthy nuts that are rich in proteins and healthy fats.

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