Printable Recipe - mincemeat cookies

Mincemeat Cookies

Mincemeat cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, spiced flavors of traditional mincemeat with the comfort of a soft, chewy cookie. These cookies are filled with a mixture of chopped nuts, dried fruits, and warm spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a festive and satisfying flavor profile. The soft, buttery cookie dough perfectly complements the bold flavors of the mincemeat, resulting in a deliciously indulgent treat. Whether enjoyed during the holiday season or as a special homemade treat, mincemeat cookies are sure to be a hit with friends and family.

RECIPE​

Ingredients

• 1 CUP VEGETABLE SHORTENING
  
• 1 1/2 CUPS SUGAR
  
• 3 LARGE EGGS
  
• 1 TSP. VANILLA
  
• 1 1/2 CUPS MINCEMEAT (NOT BLOCK TYPE)
  
• 1/2 TSP. SALT
  
• 1 TSP. BAKING SODA
  
• 3 1/4 CUPS ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR (WHITE LILY)

1. Mix shortening and sugar together until creamy. Add eggs one at a time. Add vanilla, mincemeat and mix well.
   
2. Add two cups of flour. Mix well. Add soda and salt. Mix well. Add remaining flour. Drop by teaspoons out onto parchment paper lined cookie sheet or a cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
   
3. Bake 12 minutes at 400 degrees. Makes a large batch of cookies. Dough can be frozen or refrigerated.
   

“I used None Such Brand jar mincemeat for the recipe.” -Tammy

​Option: These are soft cookies, for a crunchy cookie add 2 teaspoons of cream of tartar to batter when you add the soda.

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