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South African Fruit Mince

South African Fruit Mince

A new Christmas recipe has been created and shot by blogger and food photographer Donna Crous, using sweet and delicious South African raisins. 

Course Dessert
Cuisine british
Keyword gluten-free christmas, gluten-free dessert, Mince Pies
Servings 12
Author Donna Crous

Ingredients

  • 2 small Granny Smith Apples washed and grated (include the peel as it is really nutritious)
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 large orange grated zest and juice
  • 300 g South African sultanas and or raisins
  • 1-2 tbsp raw honey
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 60 ml water
  • 2 tsp brandy optional

Instructions

  1. Heat a medium sized pot on the stove over a medium to high heat. Melt the coconut oil and fry the apples for a minute to soften.

  2. Add the orange zest and juice and mix well. Turn down the heat to low. Add the rest of the ingredients – except the brandy.

  3. Mix everything together, cover and leave to gently simmer for about 20-30 minutes. Stir once or twice, but not too often as the raisins can turn to a paste if overworked.

  4. It is ready when the raisins are plump and soft.

  5. Stir through the brandy, adding more if desired. Leave to cool, then store in a jar in the fridge.

  6. TIP: Add 200g crushed walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunchy taste.