How to Make Mincemeat Pie

mincemeat

🥗Healthier: fruit mixture

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Dried fruit is more affordable and can mimic the sweetness of traditional mincemeat.

brandy

🥗Healthier: apple juice

💰Cheaper: white grape juice

Apple juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and can provide a similar texture.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Pecans can be a less expensive nut option.

Prepare the pie crust and refrigerate until firm.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a large bowl, combine mincemeat, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, lemon zest, and orange zest.

Add diced apple, raisins, currants, and chopped walnuts to the mixture.

Stir in brandy until well combined.

Roll out half of the pie crust and fit it into a pie pan.

Fill the crust with the mincemeat mixture, spreading it evenly.

Roll out the second half of the crust and place it over the filling.

Seal the edges and cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape.

Brush the crust with a mixture of egg and milk for a golden finish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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