A good quality mincemeat will make a world of difference to your mince pies. Once made it keeps for up to 12 months so can make an ideal gift too. Opting for California Raisins ensures only the plumpest, most delicious raisins will star in your bakes.
Vegan California Raisin Mincemeat
Makes 4 x 1 litre preserving jars
Ingredients
1kg Bramley apples
4 oranges
4 lemons
400g vegan pastry
950g California Raisins
650g currants
700g Muscovado brown sugar
400g Italian chopped mixed peel
3 level tablespoons mixed spice
1 level dessert spoon of ground cinnamon
200ml of dark rum, calvados or brandy
Method
Core the apples (leave the skin on) and finely chop. Grate the zest of the oranges and lemons and set aside. Extract the juice from the oranges and lemons and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, mix all the dry ingredients until evenly distributed. Add the fruit juice and alcohol, combine well.
Sterilise the preserving jars and fill the jars with the mincemeat. Cover with a wax disc and seal. Store in a cool dark place, will keep for 12 months.