Best 4 Mincemeat Filling For Mince Pie Recipes

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Mincemeat filling is a traditional British mixture of dried fruits, spices, and suet used to fill mince pies, a popular holiday treat. It is a versatile filling that can be used in a variety of other desserts, such as tarts, muffins, and scones. This article provides three delicious mincemeat filling recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic mincemeat filling made with apples, raisins, currants, and spices. The second recipe adds a tangy twist with the addition of orange zest and juice. The third recipe is a boozy mincemeat filling that includes brandy and rum. All three recipes are easy to make and can be stored for up to a month, making them perfect for holiday baking. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MINCEMEAT PIE



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Mincemeat Pie is a traditional dessert containing fruit, pecans, brandy and citrus zest. We've made it easy as ever to try your hand at this old-fashioned treat with a recipe that only requires 25 minutes of prep! Here's how to make Mincemeat Pie that will have your family and friends snagging seconds before they've finished their first few bites.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 14h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 jar (20.5 oz) ready-to-use mincemeat (2 cups)
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 Gala apple, peeled, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup chopped dried Calimyrna figs
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup brandy
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, stir together mincemeat, pecans, apple, figs, brown sugar, brandy and lemon peel. Cover; refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • Let pie filling stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oven to 425°F. Make pie crusts as directed on box for Two-Crust Pie using 9-inch pie plate. Stir filling well; pour into crust-lined plate. Top with second crust and flute; cut slits in several places.
  • Bake on lowest oven rack 40 to 45 minutes or until pastry is golden brown. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556, Carbohydrate 70 g, Fat 7 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 433 mg

CLASSIC MINCEMEAT PIE



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Talk about quick and easy! In under an hour you can prep, bake and serve this classic mincemeat pie.

Provided by Crosse & Blackwell

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Crosse & Blackwell®

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (15 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts, both crusts softened as directed on package
1 (29 ounce) jar Crosse & Blackwell® Mincemeat Filling & Topping or Crosse & Blackwell® Rum & Brandy Mincemeat Filling & Topping
1 tablespoon Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Unroll pie crusts. Line ungreased 9-inch pie plate with one crust. Fill with mincemeat. Cover with second crust and seal edges. Cut slits in top crust to vent steam. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.6 calories, Carbohydrate 80.6 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 551.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

MINCEMEAT FILLING FOR MINCE PIE



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In my family, mince pie has always been as essential for Thanksgiving as pumpkin pie, and we often served it at Christmas, too. I was surprised that I could find no mince pie recipes at Recipezaar, but I suppose most people just go with the bottled mince pie filling. I found this recipe for mincemeat filling on the Crooked Timber group blog website (though I've changed the wording some). It's too late to use Thanksgiving 2004, but I'm storing it here to try next year, if not before. The poster (Harry Brighouse, a philosophy professor) predicts that the recipe will yield "a small pie, a large pie, and a bunch of individual pies." I'm translating that to 3 pies, but since I myself have not made this yet it's only a guess. Sounds yummy, anyway. "Cooking time" is actually minimum steeping time.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Pie

Time P1DT15m

Yield 3 pies

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb sultana
1 lb raisins
2 grated lemons, juice and rind of
1 grated orange, juice and rind of
6 ounces walnuts, diced
1 ounce crystallized ginger, diced
1/2 cup brandy
1/2 teaspoon ground mace
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 ounces prunes
1 lb currants
1/4 cup Cointreau liqueur

Steps:

  • Combine sultanas through nutmeg.
  • Process about 1/5 of the sultana mixture--plus all the prunes--in a food processor, then remix it with the other 4/5 of the sultana mixture.
  • Stir in currants& cointreau.
  • Leave covered from 1 day to several weeks.
  • Use as filling for mince pies.

MINCEMEAT PIE FILLING



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A friend gave me this recipe for mincemeat many years ago. It is so good that even those who do not care for mincemeat pie likes it. If preferred, use molasses instead of sorghum. Also, apricot juice can be substituted for the pineapple juice. This makes enough filling for 2 (9 inch) pies.

Provided by Dmarcks

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Mincemeat Pie Recipes

Time P1D

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups diced cooked beef
4 cups chopped apples
1 ½ cups raisins
¼ cup sweet pickle juice
¼ cup pineapple juice
1 large orange, peeled, sectioned, and cut into bite-size
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup sorghum
1 cup beef broth

Steps:

  • Combine the cooked beef, apples, raisins, sweet pickle vinegar, pineapple, orange, salt, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, sorghum and 1 cup beef broth. Store in the refrigerator or freeze until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 136.3 mg, Sugar 31.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of dried fruits: This will give your mincemeat filling a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include raisins, currants, sultanas, and chopped apricots.
  • Soak the dried fruits in alcohol: This will help to plump them up and make them more flavorful. You can use brandy, rum, or even orange juice.
  • Use fresh apples: This will add a bit of sweetness and tartness to your mincemeat filling. Be sure to peel and core the apples before chopping them.
  • Add some spices: Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves will give your mincemeat filling a warm and festive flavor. You can also add a pinch of salt to help balance out the sweetness.
  • Cook the mincemeat filling slowly: This will help to develop the flavors and make the filling thick and rich. Be sure to stir the filling regularly to prevent it from burning.
  • Let the mincemeat filling cool completely before using it: This will help to prevent the filling from making your pie crust soggy.

Conclusion:

Mincemeat filling is a delicious and versatile filling that can be used in a variety of pies, tarts, and other desserts. With its combination of dried fruits, spices, and fresh apples, mincemeat filling is sure to please everyone at your holiday table. So next time you're looking for a festive and flavorful filling, be sure to give mincemeat a try.

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