Multi Purpose Fruit Mince

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 14
Multi Purpose Fruit Mince recipe for your holiday desserts
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Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup Kahlua
1/2 cup golden syrup
200 g pitted dates , finely chopped
200 g dried figs , chopped finely
170 g raisins , chopped
135 g sultanas
80 g currants
200 g mixed glace fruit ( cherries apricot , pineapple , rinds )
3 tablespoons mixed spice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
N/A
Calories
N/A
Sugar
N/A
Fat
N/A
Fruit mince is a traditional holiday dessert filling that is commonly used in pies, tarts, and cookies. This recipe for Multi Purpose Fruit Mince is versatile and can be used in a variety of desserts. It is made with a mixture of dried fruits including dates, figs, raisins, sultanas, currants, and mixed glace fruit. The addition of Kahlua and golden syrup gives it a rich and festive flavor that is perfect for the holidays.

Instructions

1.Place all of the fruit in a large mixing bowl, then add the Kahlua, golden syrup, and mixed spice; mix well.
2.Cover and let the mixture sit in the fridge overnight.
3.Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).
4.Place the fruit mince in a baking dish, then bake for 1 hour.
5.Remove from the oven, and let the mixture cool completely before using as desired.

PROS

This versatile fruit mince can be used for a variety of holiday desserts including pies, tarts, and cookies.

It can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 months.

It is also a great way to use up leftover dried fruit.

CONS

This recipe contains a significant amount of sugar, as well as alcohol from the Kahlua.

It should be enjoyed in moderation, and may not be suitable for those with certain dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this fruit mince is not particularly healthy, it does contain a variety of dried fruits which are a good source of fiber and other nutrients.
However, it should be consumed in moderation due to the high sugar content.

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