Vegetarian cranberry and apricot mincemeat
8 hours 25 min
Give your mincemeat a festive and vibrant facelift with this gorgeous vegetarian cranberry and apricot mincemeat recipe, just perfect for some special mince pies.
DonnaWatkins
6 people made this
Ingredients
Makes: 8 (225g) jars mincemeat
- 250g dried apricots, chopped
- 250g dried cranberries, chopped
- 150g sultanas
- 150g raisins
- 130ml brandy
- 2 teaspoons mixed spice
- 240g vegetarian suet
- 150g apples - peeled, cored and chopped
- 175g brown sugar
- juice and zest of 1 orange
- 150g candied peel
- 50g chopped almonds
Method
Prep:25min ›
Extra time:8hr soaking ›
Ready in:8hr25min
- Soak the dried fruit in the brandy overnight.
- The next day, combine the dried fruit and brandy with the remainder of the ingredients and mix well until blended.
- Transfer the mixture into sterilised jars and seal immediately. Store in the fridge or in a cool dark place for up to 6 months or until needed.
How to sterilise jars
Learn how to sterilise jars two ways with our handy step-by-step guide and video.
