Nut-Free Traditional Mincemeat

Discover the delight of making your own Nut-Free Traditional Mincemeat, a festive treat packed with rich, fruity flavors and warming spices—perfect for holiday baking! This nut-free version of the classic recipe combines diced Granny Smith apples, plump raisins, tangy currants, and dried cranberries, all simmered with brown sugar, a splash of brandy, and fragrant spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Fresh orange juice and zest add a bright, citrusy twist, while unsalted butter lends a luscious texture. Ready in just over an hour, this versatile mincemeat can be stored in the fridge or freezer and used to fill pies, tarts, or any of your favorite holiday desserts. Celebrate the season with a nut-free recipe that's both traditional and tailored for all to enjoy! Perfect for keywords like "nut-free mincemeat recipe," "holiday baking ideas," and "homemade fruit filling."

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized, peeled, cored, and diced Granny Smith apples
• 200 grams Raisins
• 150 grams Currants
• 100 grams Dried cranberries
• 150 grams Brown sugar
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 milliliters Fresh orange juice
• 1 whole orange Zest of an orange
• 75 milliliters Brandy
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Mixed spice (or pumpkin pie spice)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel, core, and dice the Granny Smith apples into small cubes, ensuring they are uniformly sized for even cooking.

Step 2

In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, raisins, currants, dried cranberries, and brown sugar.

Step 3

Stir the mixture gently until the sugar begins to dissolve and coat the fruit.

Step 4

Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan and allow it to melt, stirring frequently to incorporate it evenly.

Step 5

Pour in the fresh orange juice and mix in the orange zest. Let it simmer on low heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the brandy, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, mixed spice, and salt to the pan. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 7

Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer gently for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The mincemeat should thicken and become glossy as it cooks.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mincemeat to cool completely before transferring it to sterilized jars for storage.

Step 9

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer shelf life. Use as a filling for pies, tarts, or other baked goods.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1384.9 grams (1384.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2850

Total Fat 46.30g	59%
Saturated Fat 25.50g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 111mg	37%
Sodium 804mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 595.80g	217%
Dietary Fiber 39.60g	141%
Total Sugars 505.20g
Protein 14.90g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 490mg	38%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 3732mg	79%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.6%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 83.3%