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Pumpkin Mincemeat

Published: Dec 4, 2013 · Modified: Apr 2, 2021 by Kate Hackworthy · 10 Comments

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This pumpkin mincemeat is perfect for Christmas and mince pies. I've added pumpkin along with the dried fruit and alcohol to make a wonderful spiced treat.

Mincemeat in a jar.

Mincemeat is not actually meat! It's a mix of dried fruit and alcohol (usually rum, brandy or whiskey), that's popular in baked goods in Britain at Christmas. 

It's the filling for mince pies.

Mincemeat is so simple to make that it's really a crime how often I leave it to others. Thanks Mum and the good ladies of the local Women's Institute!

However, this year I got back into the mincemeat saddle and started to think vegetables for my mince pies this year.

Carrot? Maybe. Parsnip? Perhaps.

Sprouts? No chance.

Mincemeat makes a lovely gift at Christmas, so go wild with the pretty jars and ribbon. You could make a foodie gift basket with pecan brittle or salted chocolate honeycomb.

You could also bake it into mince pies with beetroot pastry to get a festive colour!

You can let this nice drunken mincemeat mature for two weeks before wowing guests with the pumpkin surprise.

But if you're a bit last minute (who, me?) don't worry if you need to use it right away - it's still lovely.

Try a dollop on a pumpkin pie!

Close up of Pumpkin Mincemeat in a jar with a spoon.

More Christmas recipes

I hope you love trying this pumpkin mincemeat. Be sure to check out these other tasty festive Christmas dessert recipes for the holidays, too.

Mince Pie Filo Rolls
Avocado Reindeer Brownies
Gingerbread Brownies
Poached Pears
Apple Pumpkin Crumble

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PUMPKIN MINCEMEAT

Pumpkin Mincemeat

Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
This pumpkin mincemeat is perfect for Christmas and mince pies. I've added pumpkin along with the dried fruit and alcohol to make a wonderful spiced treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine British
Servings 30
Calories 101 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 200 g raisins
  • 200 g currants
  • 200 g sultanas
  • 200 g vegetarian suet or standard suet
  • 150 g soft dark brown sugar
  • 100 g candied mixed peel
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • zest and juice ½ a lemon
  • 1 cooking apple peeled and grated
  • 6 tablespoons pumpkin puree steam fresh pumpkin or squash and then puree, or else use tinned
  • 100 ml brandy

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients, except the brandy, to a bowl in the order listed and mix well between each addition. Stir in the brandy and mix well.
  • Pour into sterilised jars (the easiest way is to run them through the dishwasher). Allow to mature for two weeks before using, stored in a cool dry place. Will keep for up to six months.

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 185mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 475IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

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  1. bakingaddict

    December 30, 2013 at 2:04 am

    This sounds absolutely divine with the pumpkin in it.Thanks for entering AlphaBakes.

    Reply
  2. Kate Veggie Desserts

    December 07, 2013 at 2:33 pm

    Hi Emily, it does smell amazing (maybe that's the Brandy!). Thank you!

    Reply
  3. Emily @amummytoo

    December 07, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    This looks wonderful. I can almost smell it just looking at the pics. I'm thinking of making some and giving it as Pre-Christmas gifts.

    Thanks for linking up with #recipeoftheweek. I've Pinned, Stumbled and am about to Tweet this post and there's a new linky live at 8pm tonight as usual. Would love you to join in 🙂

    Reply
  4. Julie

    December 05, 2013 at 12:57 pm

    5 stars
    I would never have thought of pumpkin but it works and is delicious.

    Reply
    • Kate Veggie Desserts

      December 05, 2013 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks, Julie. It is a tasty combination.

      Reply
  5. Otilia

    December 05, 2013 at 8:28 am

    What a loveble idea! You mince meat looks great! Pinned in my Christmas board on Pinterest!

    Reply
    • Kate Veggie Desserts

      December 05, 2013 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks, I've linked up!

      Reply
      • otilia

        December 05, 2013 at 8:59 pm

        thank you. have pinned to the #fridayfoodie and stumbled for you too x

        Reply
  6. Javelin Warrior

    December 04, 2013 at 10:52 pm

    I love the sound of pumpkin as the binder for this mincemeat - it sounds wonderful and perfect for homemade gift-giving this season!

    Reply
    • Kate Veggie Desserts

      December 05, 2013 at 12:55 pm

      Thanks. It's like a Thanksgiving/Xmas mashup. x

      Reply

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