Easy Apple, Mincemeat and Pecan Crumble

Apple, Mincemeat and Pecan Crumble is the festive twist your pudding repertoire has been crying out for! This Christmas crumble takes the cosy comfort of a traditional apple pud and gives it a proper yuletide makeover.

By marrying the tartness of apples with the rich spice of mincemeat and the nutty crunch of pecans, I’ve created a dessert that’s as Christmassy as Santa himself. It’s the perfect way to use up that leftover mincemeat while wowing your guests with something a bit different.

Ingredients

• 900 g Apples (peeled and cored and chopped into small pieces.)
• 6-8 tbsp Mincemeat (about a jar and half)
• 25 g Light Brown Sugar
• 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon

Crumble Ingredients

• 110 g Pecan Nuts (Chopped in a food processor)
• 75 g Unsalted Butter (cold and cubed)
• 175 g Self-Raising Flour
• 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
• 110 g Dark Brown Sugar

Instructions For Apple and Mincemeat Crumble

In a bowl mix the chopped apples, mincemeat, cinnamon and sugar together. Transfer to a oven proof dish about 7½ x 11 inches (19 x 28 cm) and about 4.5cm deep.

For the crumble chop the nuts in a food processor, alternatively place them in a plastic bags and bash them with a rolling pin until they are in small pieces. Preheat the oven to 200c/180c fan/400F/Gas 6.

Add the flour, butter, cinnamon and sugar in a electric mix with a paddle mixer and mix until it resemble crumbs but don’t over mix. Add the nut, mix and pour over the fruit mix.

Distribute the mixture evenly across the dish, ensuring it reaches all corners. Using your palms, firmly compress the entire surface. The more compact you make it, the crunchier the final result will be.

Bake in the oven for 40 minutes. Leave to rest for 10 minutes and serve with custard or cream.

Crumble Variations

For those that don’t like pecans here are some alternatives and nut free options you might like to try:

Classic Oat Crumble: Use a mixture of flour, oats, butter, and sugar for a traditional topping.

Almond Crunch: Replace pecans with sliced or chopped almonds for a different nutty flavour.

Walnut Wonder: Substitute walnuts for pecans to maintain a similar texture with a slightly different taste.

Hazelnut Heaven: Use chopped hazelnuts instead of pecans for a rich, earthy flavour.

Coconut Crumble: Mix in desiccated coconut for a tropical twist.

Seed Medley: Replace nuts with a mixture of pumpkin, sunflower, and sesame seeds for a nut-free option.

Spiced Crumble: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to the basic mixture for a warming flavor.

Chocolate Chip: Mix in some chocolate chips for a decadent touch.

Granola Crunch: Use your favourite granola mix as part of the topping for added texture and flavor.

Pistachio Perfection: Substitute chopped pistachios for pecans for a unique colour and flavour.

Macadamia Luxe: Use chopped macadamia nuts for a rich, buttery crumble.

Peanut Butter Crumble: Mix in a spoonful of peanut butter to the basic mixture for a nutty flavour without whole nuts.

Remember, you can adjust the sugar content and add spices to any of these variations to suit your taste preferences. For more apple recipes go to my round up post Apple Recipes.

Apple, Mincemeat and Pecan Crumble

Rachel

This Apple, Mincemeat and Pecan Crumble is a delightful festive twist on the classic British dessert. Combining tart apples with rich mincemeat and crunchy pecans, it's topped with a buttery crumble for the perfect balance of flavours and textures. Easy to make and utterly delicious, this warming pudding is ideal for cosy winter evenings or as a showstopping Christmas dessert. Serve hot with custard, cream, or vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent treat.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Pudding

Cuisine British

Servings 10

Calories 329 kcal

Equipment

Oven Proof Dish

Ingredients

  

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• 900 g Apples (peeled and cored and chopped into small pieces.)
• 6-8 tbsp Mincemeat (about a jar and half)
• 25 g Light Brown Sugar
• 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon

Crumble Ingredients

• 110 g Pecan Nuts (Chopped in a food processor)
• 75 g Unsalted Butter (cold and cubed)
• 175 g Self-Raising Flour
• 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
• 110 g Dark Brown Sugar

Instructions

 

• In a bowl mix the chopped apples, mincemeat, cinnamon and sugar together. Transfer to a oven proof dish about 7½ x 11 inches (19 x 28 cm) and about 4.5cm deep.
• For the crumble chop the nuts in a food processor, alternatively place them in a plastic bags and bash them with a rolling pin until they are in small pieces. Preheat the oven to 200c/180c fan/400F/Gas 6.
• Add the flour, butter, cinnamon and sugar in a electric mix with a paddle mixer and mix until it resemble crumbs but don't over mix. Add the nut, mix and pour over the fruit mix.
• Distribute the mixture evenly across the dish, ensuring it reaches all corners. Using your palms, firmly compress the entire surface. The more compact you make it, the crunchier the final result will be.
• Bake in the oven for 40 minutes. Leave to rest for 10 minutes and serve with custard or cream.

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Nutrition

Calories: 329kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 73mgPotassium: 182mgFiber: 4gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 245IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg

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