Mincemeat is obviously the key element of mince pies. But many low-carb recipes for mincemeat involve a lot of berries and nuts, which means… extra carbs. So to stay within my target maximum, I’ve ingeniously (hahaha – as if…) used a secret ingredient: zucchini.
The Secret Ingredient that makes my Low Carb Christmas Mince Pies VERY Low Carb. Mincemeat is obviously the key element of mince pies. But many low-carb recipes for mincemeat involve a lot of berries and nuts, which means… extra carbs.
You might wonder what Nonesuch Mincemeat Pie is. Mincemeat is derived from vintage English recipes, and today, it is one of the most popular holiday foods in England. Back then, rabbit or game birds’ meat were used heavily. But over time, less meat and more fruits are being used.
Let’s jump into the mincemeat cookie recipe. Off with the oven. Preheat it to 350F. Get a bowl. Start with 3 and a quarter cups of all-purpose flour. Stir in 1 tsp of baking soda and 1/2 tsp of salt. Cream 1 cup of vegetable shortening and add 1.5 cups of brown sugar gradually and cream until it seems fluffy.