Tag: Vegan mince pies

Mince pies, once containing meat, are now filled with a sweet mixture of fruits and spices, yet they are not always vegan. The traditional recipes often call for animal-derived ingredients such as beef suet in the filling and butter and eggs in the pastry. However, with the rise of plant-based options, many supermarkets now offer explicitly vegan versions.

Historically, mincemeat was made with actual meat, but that practice has largely faded since the 18th century. However, the crucial question for modern diets is: are most mince pies vegetarian? While the filling is now fruit-based, the presence of animal-derived suet often makes traditional versions non-vegetarian, requiring a closer look at the ingredients list.