Homemade Mincemeat
A delightful mixture of sweet and spiced fruits perfect for holiday pies or tarts.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups apples (Granny Smith or cooking apples, diced and peeled)
- 1¾ cups light brown sugar
- 2 cups raisins
- 1½ cups golden raisins (or sultanas in Ireland)
- 1½ cups currants
- ½ cup glacé cherries (washed and quartered)
- ½ cup candied mixed peel
- ½ cup dried apricots (diced)
- ½ cup chopped almonds
- Zest and juice of 2 oranges Zest and juice of 2 oranges
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 4 teaspoons mixed spice (or pumpkin pie spice)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (omit if using pumpkin pie spice)
- 1 cup melted butter (equivalent to 2 sticks)
- ⅓ cup whiskey (or brandy)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, toss together all of the ingredients except for the whiskey or brandy. Mix them thoroughly to combine.
- Cover the bowl with a kitchen cloth and leave it in a cool place for at least 12 hours, or overnight.
Cooking
- Once the resting period is over, transfer the mixture into a crock pot.
- Set your crock pot to the low setting and cook for about 3 to 4 hours.
- After cooking, let the mixture cool completely before stirring in the whiskey or brandy.
Storage
- Pack the cooled mincemeat into sterilized preserving jars. Seal them well and store in a cool, dark place.
- Homemade Mincemeat can last up to a year!
Notes
For added flavor, consider experimenting with different spices or fruits. A vegan option can be made by replacing the butter with a plant-based alternative.