How To Make Some California Raisin Mincemeat

How To Make Some California Raisin Mincemeat. Happy Monday, friends, so how are you today? Santa loves mince pies, doesn’t he!? 

I know why too! They are so delicious. Especially around Christmas time. Fancy making your own mince pie filling? As today I am sharing this tasty California Raisin Mincemeat recipe with you. Just in time for Christmas.

How To Make Some California Raisin Mincemeat:

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Follow these easy steps to create rich, flavourful California raisin mincemeat perfect for holiday pies and desserts.

How To Make California Raisin Mincemeat – Step-by-Step:

Upgrade your holiday baking with this homemade California raisin mincemeat. It’s rich, fruity, and spiced just right. Perfect for your mince pies!

Makes 4 x 1 litre Preserving Jars*.

Ingredients:

• 1kg Bramley apples 
• 4 oranges 
• 4 lemons 
• 400g suet 
• 950g California Raisins 
• 650g currants 
• 700g Muscovado brown sugar 
• 400g Italian chopped mixed peel 
• 3 level tablespoons mixed spice 
• 1 level dessertspoon of ground cinnamon 
• 200ml of dark rum, calvados or Brandy*

How To Make California Raisin Mincemeat:

1.) Firstly, 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.

2.) In a large mixing bowl, mix all the dry ingredients until evenly distributed. Add the fruit juice and alcohol, combine well.

3.) Sterilise the Preserving Jars* and fill the jars with the mincemeat. Cover with a Wax Disc* and seal. Last but not least, store in a cool dark place will keep for 12 months.

DIY Edible Gifts: California Raisin Mincemeat in a Jar. Homemade California raisin mincemeat makes the perfect festive gift! Add a ribbon and a handwritten tag for a personal touch. Here’s how to make it.

How To Make Some California Raisin Mincemeat:

How To Make Some California Raisin Mincemeat. So what do you think? Recipe c/o California Raisins. So do you fancy making your own Mincemeat?

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Perfectly flaky pastry cradles the sweet filling, creating a balance of textures that melts in your mouth.

Whether dusted with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar or topped with a decorative pastry star, mince pies add a touch of magic to any celebration.

Serve them warm with a dollop of cream or custard for a cosy dessert, or enjoy them on their own as a comforting treat alongside a steaming cup of mulled wine or tea.

Making them from scratch not only fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas but also brings a personal touch to your Christmas festivities. Mince Pies Pinterest Board. So yummy.

How To Make Some California Raisin Mincemeat:

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