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    Home » Recipes » Christmas

    Easy Mincemeat Crumble Slices Recipe

    Published: Sep 10, 2024 by Beth Sachs · 9 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These easy mincemeat crumble slices are a great alternative to traditional mince pies, with a buttery oat crumble and fruity mincemeat filling. Quick to make with simple ingredients, they also make delicious homemade Christmas gifts! You might also like my easy stollen muffins!

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    The nutty crumble base and topping are easy to make by hand or in a food processor, a task kids love to do themselves! Simply press half the crumble into the tin, spread with mincemeat (store-bought or homemade), and sprinkle the rest on top. It’s that simple!

    👩‍🍳 Love mincemeat? Try my easy mincemeat flapjacks too!

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    • ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • What is mincemeat?
    • 🔪 How to make mincemeat crumble slice
    • Top Tip
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ Frequently asked questions
    • 😋 More mincemeat recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!

    1. Quick and easy mincemeat traybake.
    2. Perfect for Christmas parties and bake sales.
    3. Make ahead and freeze.
    4. Simple store cupboard ingredients.
    5. A great alternative to mince pies.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    Ingredients needed to make mincemeat crumble slices.

    Mincemeat - use a good-quality homemade or store-bought version. If serving to vegetarians, ensure it’s free from beef suet

    Flour - plain flour (white or wholemeal).

    Oats - rolled porridge oats (avoid jumbo oats).

    Cinnamon - ground cinnamon, or swap for mixed spice.

    Sugar - light brown sugar, or use golden caster sugar.

    Butter - salted butter balances the sweetness of the mincemeat. The butter needs to be cold and cubed, ready for rubbing into the dry ingredients.

    Walnuts - chopped walnuts add crunch and texture to the crumble topping. Leave them out if you prefer.

    What is mincemeat?

    During medieval times, mincemeat originally contained minced meat along with fruit and spices. The modern version is a mixture of chopped dried fruit, spirits (brandy, rum, or whisky), and spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Why not try adding it to an apple crumble?

    🔪 How to make mincemeat crumble slice

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: Preheat the oven to 190C (170 fan/ Gas 5/ 375F) and grease and line a 20cm (8 inch) square baking tin with non stick baking paper or parchment paper.

    Two: Put the flour, oats, and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl and rub in the cold cubed butter until you get a breadcrumb consistency. You can do this in the food processor if you prefer, using the pulse setting.

    Three: Stir in the sugar.

    Four: Press half of the crumble mixture into the base of the tin. Compact it down firmly with the back of a heavy metal spoon.

    Five: Spread over the mincemeat.

    Six: Mix the chopped walnuts into the remaining crumble mixture and scatter on top of the mincemeat. Lightly press down with your hands.

    Seven: Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.

    Eight: Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars. Dust with icing sugar if you like!

    Step by step process photos for making mincemeat crumble slices.

    Top Tip

    Wait until the mincemeat crumble traybake has completely cooled before cutting into bars—overnight is ideal. To speed things up, you can chill the tin in the fridge

      🍴 Serving suggestions

      Serve the mincemeat slices at festive gatherings—they’re a staple at our Boxing Day buffet, along with puff pastry sausage rolls, Christmas tiffin, Christmas star biscuits, and cranberry and white chocolate blondies!

      Enjoy them as a dessert by warming the slices in the microwave and serving with clotted cream, ice cream, or brandy butter. These mincemeat crumble bars are also a fantastic alternative to Christmas cake.

      Mincemeat slices on a wooden board.

      📖 Variations

      • Add the zest of an orange or clementine to the mincemeat.
      • Add a grated apple to the mincemeat for a fruitier flavour.
      • Replace 3 tablespoons of oats with ground almonds for a softer textured bar.
      • Swap the chopped walnuts for crunchy flaked almonds.
      • Serve with creamy custard for a comforting winter pudding.
      • Dust with icing sugar before serving!

      🥡 Storage

      Store - The mincemeat slices will keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

      Freeze - They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Once cool, place the bars into a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. Defrost at room temperature before serving.

      Mincemeat crumble slice on a blue and white plate.

      ❓ Frequently asked questions

      Can I make these gluten-free?

      Yes! Simply replace the plain flour with a gluten-free flour, and make sure the oats are also gluten-free.

      Can I make these dairy free?

      Yes! Replace the butter with a vegan block-style butter. You will also need to make sure the mincemeat is vegan friendly.

      😋 More mincemeat recipes

      • Mincemeat Muffins
      • Puff Pastry Mince Pies
      • Baked Apples with Mincemeat
      • Apple and Mincemeat Crumble
      • Puff Pastry Mincemeat Pinwheels
      • Mincemeat Blondies
      • Christmas Cake Muffins
      A stack of buttery mincemeat crumble slices.

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      Recipe

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      5 from 9 votes

      Mincemeat Crumble Slices

      These easy mincemeat crumble slices are a delicious twist on traditional mince pies, with a buttery oat crumble encasing a fruity mincemeat filling.
      Course Baking, Bars
      Cuisine British
      Prep Time 8 minutes minutes
      Cook Time 35 minutes minutes
      Total Time 43 minutes minutes
      Servings 12
      Calories 386kcal
      Author Beth Sachs
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      Equipment

      • Kitchen Scales
      • Measuring Spoons
      • Mixing Bowl
      • 20 cm (8'') Square Baking Tin
      • Baking Paper

      Ingredients

      Metric - US Customary
      • 200 g Plain Flour
      • 200 g Oats
      • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
      • 200 g Butter salted and cubed
      • 75 g Light Brown Sugar
      • 75 g Walnuts chopped
      • 400 g Mincemeat

      Instructions

      • Preheat the oven to 190°C (170°fan/ Gas 5/ 375°F) and grease and line a 20cm (8 inch) square baking tin with non stick baking paper or parchment paper.
      • Put the flour, oats, and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl and rub in the cold cubed butter until you get a breadcrumb consistency. You can do this in the food processor if you prefer, using the pulse setting.
        200 g Plain Flour, 200 g Oats, 1 teaspoon Cinnamon, 200 g Butter
      • Stir in the sugar.
        75 g Light Brown Sugar
      • Press half of the crumble mixture into the base of the tin. Compact it down firmly with the back of a heavy metal spoon.
      • Spread over the mincemeat.
        400 g Mincemeat
      • Mix the chopped walnuts into the remaining crumble mixture and scatter on top of the mincemeat. Lightly press down with your hands.
        75 g Walnuts
      • Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
      • Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars. Dust with icing sugar if you like.

      Notes

      Variations:
      • Add the zest of an orange or clementine to the mincemeat.
      • Add a grated apple to the mincemeat for a fruitier flavour.
      • Replace 3 tablespoons of oats with ground almonds for a softer textured bar.
      • Swap the chopped walnuts for crunchy flaked almonds.
      • Serve with creamy custard for a comforting winter pudding.
      • Dust with icing sugar before serving!
       
      Storage:
      Store - The flapjacks will keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
      Freeze - They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Once cool, place the bars into a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. Defrost at room temperature before serving.
       
      Nutrition:
      The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
       
      Nutrition Facts
      Mincemeat Crumble Slices
      Amount per Serving
      Calories
      386
      % Daily Value*
      Fat
       
      13
      g
      20
      %
      Saturated Fat
       
      1
      g
      6
      %
      Polyunsaturated Fat
       
      3
      g
      Monounsaturated Fat
       
      1
      g
      Sodium
       
      190
      mg
      8
      %
      Potassium
       
      127
      mg
      4
      %
      Carbohydrates
       
      60
      g
      20
      %
      Fiber
       
      3
      g
      13
      %
      Sugar
       
      29
      g
      32
      %
      Protein
       
      9
      g
      18
      %
      Vitamin A
       
      10
      IU
      0
      %
      Vitamin C
       
      1
      mg
      1
      %
      Calcium
       
      44
      mg
      4
      %
      Iron
       
      3
      mg
      17
      %
      * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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        Easy Mincemeat Flapjacks Recipe
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      Reader Interactions

      Comments

      1. Suja md

        November 04, 2022 at 3:22 pm

        5 stars
        This looks amazing and such a treat! Thank you!

        Reply
        • Lisa

          November 09, 2023 at 12:10 pm

          Hi Beth, these look amazing!
          We can’t do nuts could I replace with chopped dried cherries or apricots75g worth?
          Keep sending the great recipes. 😁

          Reply
          • Beth Sachs

            November 09, 2023 at 12:15 pm

            Hi Lisa. Yes that would work just fine.
            Beth

            Reply
            • Lisa

              November 09, 2023 at 1:05 pm

              5 stars
              Thanks Beth. X

              Reply
      2. Nancy

        November 04, 2022 at 3:40 pm

        Wow this mincemeat crumble slices was so delicious. It was an instant hit at home!

        Reply
      3. Louise

        November 04, 2022 at 4:01 pm

        5 stars
        I love this for a festive bake that isn't the traditional mince pies! So yummy.

        Reply
      4. Tavo

        November 04, 2022 at 4:11 pm

        5 stars
        great recipe! I loved the addition of oats and the twist on the traditional mincemeat pies.

        Reply
      5. Andrea

        November 04, 2022 at 4:38 pm

        5 stars
        I really like these over a mincemeat pie. They look so crumbly delicious!

        Reply
      6. Tara

        November 04, 2022 at 6:19 pm

        5 stars
        These tasty slices of heaven are best enjoyed with a large glass of milk! So yummy!

        Reply
      5 from 9 votes (3 ratings without comment)

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