Mince Pie Filling (“Meatless”)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0
Mince Pie Filling Recipe ("Meatless") for your holiday baking
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Prep

20 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb dried currant , rinsed
1 lb seedless raisin , rinsed
3 large apples , cored and chopped ( leave skins on )
1 lb mixed candied fruit peel
2 teaspoons salt
1 lb suet , chopped fine
1 lemon , juice and grated peel
1 lb brown sugar
ground nutmeg
cinnamon
allspice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
250
Sugar
35g
Fat
10g
Mince pie filling is a traditional English dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. Typically made with meat and spices, this meatless version offers a delicious alternative for vegetarians or those who are looking to reduce their meat intake. This recipe uses a combination of dried fruits, apples, and spices to create a flavorful filling that is perfect for holiday baking. Whether you use it to make traditional mince pies or any other type of dessert, this filling is sure to impress your friends and family this holiday season.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 300°F
2.Rinse the dried currants and seedless raisins and soak in water for 1 hour, then drain
3.In a large bowl, mix the soaked currants and raisins with chopped apples, mixed candied fruit peel, salt, suet, lemon juice and grated peel, brown sugar and spices
4.Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil
5.Bake for 3 hours, stirring occasionally
6.Remove the foil and continue to bake for 1 hour more
7.Let the mince pie filling cool down and store in an airtight container
8.Use the filling to make mince pies or any other dessert of your choice

PROS

This meatless mince pie filling is a great alternative for vegetarians or those who are looking to reduce their meat intake.

The brown sugar and spices give it a rich and flavorful taste that is perfect for the holidays.

CONS

The high content of dried fruits and sugar can make this filling quite sweet and high in calories.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sugar content, this mince pie filling provides a good source of fiber and micronutrients from dried fruits and apples.
Cinnamon and nutmeg are known to have anti-inflammatory properties and can help regulate blood sugar levels.

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