Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies Recipe

Discover the magic of Christmas with this authentic Traditional British Mincemeat recipe! A delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, with a subtle hint of warming alcohol (optional), this recipe echoes centuries of festive culinary tradition. Perfect for creating classic mince pies and other festive treats, this long-lasting mincemeat is easily made at home, capturing the spirit of Christmases past. Using a combination of seasonal fruits, warming spices, and rich suet (or vegetarian alternative), this recipe is easy to follow and yields a delicious mincemeat that will impress your family and friends. Make your Christmas truly special with this timeless recipe!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 20190 mins

Calories 2203.6 kcal

Protein 22g

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Ingredients for Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies

Beef Suet
Light Brown Sugar
1 cup raisins
Cooking Apples
1 cup currants
Candied Lemon Peel
Candied Orange Peel
Mixed Candied Peel
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Mace
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
Almond Essence
Blanched Almonds
Brandy
Lemon, Juice And Rind Of
Sherry Wine

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How to Make Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies

Finely chop 1/2 cup mixed nuts and 1/2 cup candied peel.
Peel, core, and chop 2 pounds of apples into small pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples, nuts, and candied peel with the following ingredients: 1 cup raisins, 1 cup currants, 1/2 cup mixed dried fruit (such as cranberries, cherries, apricots), 1/2 cup suet (beef or vegetable), 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup molasses, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice, 1/4 cup brandy or orange juice (optional). Stir until well combined.
Spoon the mixture into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace. Seal tightly.
Let the mincemeat mature for at least 2 weeks (preferably longer) in a cool, dark place before using. This allows the flavors to meld and deepen.
Enjoy your homemade mincemeat in traditional mince pies, cakes, puddings, or any other festive creation!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

1023g

Fat

300g

Carbs

99g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies?

Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies takes about 20220 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 20190 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies?

Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies has approximately 2203.6 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 99 g carbohydrates and 172 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies?

The key ingredients for Traditional British Mincemeat For Christmas Mince Pies are Beef Suet, Light Brown Sugar, Raisins, Cooking Apples, Currants, Candied Lemon Peel. See the full list with measurements above.