Vegan Traditional Mincemeat

Capture the cozy essence of the holidays with this delightful Vegan Traditional Mincemeat recipe, a plant-based twist on a classic festive staple. Packed with juicy raisins, currants, dried cranberries, and apricots, this rich and fruit-forward mincemeat bursts with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The addition of fresh citrus zest and juice brightens the mix, while coconut oil and almond flour create a luscious texture. Whether you stir in a splash of brandy for festive flair or keep it alcohol-free, this simple recipe—ready in just 35 minutes—delivers incredible homemade flavor. Perfect for mince pies, tarts, or holiday desserts, this vegan mincemeat is a make-ahead marvel that only gets better with time.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 200 grams Raisins
• 150 grams Currants
• 150 grams Dried Cranberries
• 100 grams Dried Apricots
• 100 grams Mixed Peel
• 1 large Grated Apple
• 125 grams Brown Sugar
• 50 grams Almond Flour
• 75 grams Coconut Oil
• 1 large Zest of Orange
• 1 large Zest of Lemon
• 100 ml Orange Juice
• 50 ml Lemon Juice
• 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon Cloves (ground)
• 75 ml Brandy (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the dried apricots into small pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the raisins, currants, dried cranberries, and mixed peel to the bowl.

Step 3

Grate the apple and zest the orange and lemon, then combine them with the dried fruits.

Step 4

Add the brown sugar, almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves to the bowl and mix thoroughly.

Step 5

Melt the coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat until fully liquid, then pour it over the fruit mixture.

Step 6

Juice the orange and lemon, then pour the juices into the mixing bowl along with the melted coconut oil.

Step 7

Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are evenly coated and well combined.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a large saucepan and gently heat over low-medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruits are softened and the flavors meld together.

Step 9

If using brandy, pour it into the saucepan in the last few minutes of cooking and stir well to combine.

Step 10

Allow the mincemeat to cool completely, then transfer it into sterilized jars for storage.

Step 11

Seal the jars tightly and store the mincemeat in the fridge. For the best flavor, let it sit for at least a week before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1439.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3954.0

Total Fat 102.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 229.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 732.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.6g	0%
Total Sugars 604.0g
Protein 29.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 689.7mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 4671.8mg	0%

*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: 23.3%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 73.7%