Mincemeat With Dried Fruit Recipe

A treasured family recipe, perfected over 25 years! This vibrant and flavorful vegetarian mincemeat is bursting with dried fruits and warming spices. No meat or suet needed – just pure, delicious autumnal goodness. Perfect for at least 3 deep-dish 9" pies, this recipe yields enough mincemeat for sharing or storing for months. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this unique twist on a classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 189.2 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mincemeat With Dried Fruit

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How to Make Mincemeat With Dried Fruit

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup raisins, 1 cup currants, 1 cup chopped dried peaches, 1 cup chopped dried apricots, and 1 cup chopped dates.
  2. Set aside.
  3. In a large, non-reactive saucepan, combine 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, and 1 teaspoon ground ginger.
  4. Stir in 1 cup light corn syrup, 1/2 cup dark rum (or substitute with apple juice), 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup apple cider syrup, and 1 cup apple juice.
  5. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  6. Boil for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  7. Pour the hot liquid over the dried fruit mixture and stir gently to combine.
  8. Allow the mincemeat to cool completely to room temperature. This is crucial for proper preservation.
  9. Once cooled, spoon equal amounts into 3 clean quart-sized glass jars. Seal tightly and refrigerate for up to 12 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

111g

Fat

7g

Carbs

12g