Best 3 Mincemeat Pie Filling Recipes

Mincemeat pie filling is a traditional and versatile ingredient used to create delicious pies and pastries. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory filling, there are numerous mincemeat pie filling recipes to choose from, each offering unique flavors and textures. In this article, we will explore some of the best mincemeat pie filling recipes, providing you with the necessary information and guidance to create a delectable mincemeat pie that will impress your family and friends. We will discuss the different ingredients commonly used in mincemeat pie fillings, as well as provide step-by-step instructions and tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures. So, if you're ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the best mincemeat pie filling recipe, let's get started!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MINCEMEAT PIE FILLING

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A friend gave me this recipe for mincemeat many years ago. It is so good that even those who do not care for mincemeat pie likes it. If preferred, use molasses instead of sorghum. Also, apricot juice can be substituted for the pineapple juice. This makes enough filling for 2 (9 inch) pies.

Provided by Dmarcks

Categories Desserts Pies Fruit Pie Recipes Mincemeat Pie Recipes

Time P1D

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 ½ cups diced cooked beef
4 cups chopped apples
1 ½ cups raisins
¼ cup sweet pickle juice
¼ cup pineapple juice
1 large orange, peeled, sectioned, and cut into bite-size
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup sorghum
1 cup beef broth

Steps:

Combine the cooked beef, apples, raisins, sweet pickle vinegar, pineapple, orange, salt, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, sorghum and 1 cup beef broth. Store in the refrigerator or freeze until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 136.3 mg, Sugar 31.5 g

BLUE RIBBON MINCEMEAT PIE FILLING

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An old-time delicious mincemeat pie filling. I have frozen this filling in zip-lock baggies, since I don't use a pressure canner. Apple cider can be used in place of brandy if preferred.

Provided by Cali

Categories Desserts Pies Fruit Pie Recipes Mincemeat Pie Recipes

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 ¼ pounds lean ground beef
12 cups apples - peeled, cored and diced
6 cups raisins
1 cup brandy
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
3 ½ cups white sugar

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef thoroughly. Being sure not to over-brown it.
Place chopped apples and the cooked ground beef in a food processor and pulse until the mixture is made up of pea sized chunks.
In a non-reactive skillet combine the apple and ground beef mixture with the raisins, brandy, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, ground nutmeg and the white sugar. Simmer for 30 minutes.
Cool filling to lukewarm and pour into freezer bags (2 cups per bag). Freeze filling until needed. One baggie will fill one 8 inch double crust pie. Thaw filling before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Cholesterol 34.6 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 35.6 mg, Sugar 42.9 g

MINCEMEAT FILLING FOR MINCE PIE

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In my family, mince pie has always been as essential for Thanksgiving as pumpkin pie, and we often served it at Christmas, too. I was surprised that I could find no mince pie recipes at Recipezaar, but I suppose most people just go with the bottled mince pie filling. I found this recipe for mincemeat filling on the Crooked Timber group blog website (though I've changed the wording some). It's too late to use Thanksgiving 2004, but I'm storing it here to try next year, if not before. The poster (Harry Brighouse, a philosophy professor) predicts that the recipe will yield "a small pie, a large pie, and a bunch of individual pies." I'm translating that to 3 pies, but since I myself have not made this yet it's only a guess. Sounds yummy, anyway. "Cooking time" is actually minimum steeping time.

Provided by echo echo

Categories Pie

Time P1DT15m

Yield 3 pies

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb sultana
1 lb raisins
2 grated lemons, juice and rind of
1 grated orange, juice and rind of
6 ounces walnuts, diced
1 ounce crystallized ginger, diced
1/2 cup brandy
1/2 teaspoon ground mace
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 ounces prunes
1 lb currants
1/4 cup Cointreau liqueur

Steps:

Combine sultanas through nutmeg.
Process about 1/5 of the sultana mixture--plus all the prunes--in a food processor, then remix it with the other 4/5 of the sultana mixture.
Stir in currants& cointreau.
Leave covered from 1 day to several weeks.
Use as filling for mince pies.

Tips:

Use a variety of dried fruits for a more complex flavor. Common choices include raisins, currants, sultanas, and dried cherries.
Add chopped nuts for a crunchy texture. Walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices.
Use fresh apples for a tart flavor. Peel and dice the apples before adding them to the mincemeat mixture.
Add spices to taste. Common spices used in mincemeat pie include cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger.
Simmer the mincemeat mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Use a store-bought pie crust to save time. If you're making your own pie crust, be sure to chill it before baking.
Brush the top of the pie crust with milk or cream before baking for a golden brown crust.
Serve the mincemeat pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Mincemeat pie is a classic holiday dessert that is perfect for potlucks and family gatherings. With its sweet and savory flavor, mincemeat pie is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you're looking for a festive and delicious dessert, give mincemeat pie a try. You won't be disappointed!