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Easy Fruit Mince Recipe

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Description

If you're looking for an easy and delicious fruit mince recipe, you've come to the right place! This recipe is perfect for the holiday season or any time you want a sweet treat. Fruit mince is a mixture of dried fruits, spices, and sometimes alcohol that is used in pies, tarts, and other baked goods.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed dried fruit (such as raisins, currants, and mixed peel)
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 cup brandy or rum (optional)

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Spoon

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mixed dried fruit, chopped almonds, brown sugar, melted butter, mixed spice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves. Mix well.
  3. If using, add the brandy or rum and mix well to combine.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and smooth out the top.
  5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the fruit mince is golden brown on top.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  8. Store the fruit mince in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
  9. Use the fruit mince as desired in pies, tarts, and other baked goods.

Notes

  • If you don't have mixed spice, you can use a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice instead.
  • If you don't have brandy or rum, you can omit it or use apple juice instead.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 261
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 31mg
  • Sodium: 14mg
  • Potassium: 229mg
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Vitamin A: 355IU
  • Vitamin C: 1mg
  • Calcium: 52mg
  • Iron: 1mg

Recipes FAQ

What is fruit mince?

Fruit mince is a mixture of dried fruits, spices, and sometimes alcohol that is used in pies, tarts, and other baked goods.

What fruits can I use in fruit mince?

You can use any combination of dried fruits that you like, such as raisins, currants, mixed peel, cranberries, or cherries.

Can I make fruit mince without alcohol?

Yes, you can omit the alcohol or use apple juice instead.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to chop the almonds finely so they blend well with the fruit mixture.
  • You can make the fruit mince ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it.
  • Try adding a splash of orange juice or zest to the mixture for extra flavor.

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