Best 7 Mincemeat Cookies Ii Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

In the realm of delectable treats, mincemeat cookies II stands out as a jewel in the crown of confectionery delights. These cookies are known for their exquisitely balanced flavors, tender texture, and the captivating aroma that permeates the air as they bake. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking to expand your repertoire or a novice cook embarking on a culinary adventure, this definitive guide will equip you with the essential knowledge and expertise to craft the perfect mincemeat cookies II. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of cookie-making, this article will guide you towards achieving cookie-baking perfection.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MINCEMEAT COOKIES II



Mincemeat Cookies II image

This recipe was handed down to me by my Great-Grandmother.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
1 cup shortening
1 egg
2 cups prepared mincemeat pie filling
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Cream together brown sugar and shortening.
  • Add in egg and mincemeat and mix well. Sift together flour, salt and baking soda and stir into mincemeat mixture.
  • Drop onto cookie sheet and bake 7 - 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 215.4 mg, Sugar 30 g

MINCEMEAT COOKIES



Mincemeat Cookies image

You can taste the spirit of Christmases past in these chewy old-fashioned cookies with their sweet caramel frosting. One batch makes 9 dozen cookies that freeze well for the holidays!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
3-1/4 cups prepared mincemeat
3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1 cup confectioners' sugar
6 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon rum extract
9 dozen pecan halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in the eggs. Add mincemeat; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 14-16 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Remove to wire racks to cool., For the frosting, combine the brown sugar and butter in a saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 6-8 minutes, stirring twice, or until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat. Add the confectioners' sugar, cream and extract; beat until smooth. Frost the cookies; top each with a pecan half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

OLD-FASHIONED MINCEMEAT COOKIES



Old-Fashioned Mincemeat Cookies image

Shh! Don't reveal the secret ingredient in this tender, chewy, old-time cookie until after they take a taste. This recipe will win over even those who think they don't like mincemeat.-Lucie Fitzgerald, Spring Hill, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar, divided
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (9 ounces) condensed mincemeat, cut into small pieces
1 egg white, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in mincemeat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. , Roll dough into 1-in. balls; dip into egg white and remaining sugar. Place sugar side up 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts :

MINCEMEAT COOKIES



Mincemeat Cookies image

Make and share this Mincemeat Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jane Burch

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 45m

Yield 2-3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
3 cups unsifted flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (9 ounce) package none such condensed mincemeat, Crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In large bowl, beat shortening and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs; beat well.
  • Stir together dry ingredients; gradually ad to shortening mixture.
  • Mix well.
  • Stir in mincemeat.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, onto greased baking sheets.
  • Bake 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool.
  • Frost if desired.

MINCEMEAT COOKIES



Mincemeat cookies image

Use up a jar of mincemeat to make these festive cookies. They're a perfect addition to a Christmas dessert spread, or a great gift

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat

Time 25m

Yield MAKES 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

125g softened butter
100g dark brown soft sugar
50g golden caster sugar
½ heaped tsp fine sea salt
1 medium egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
5 tbsp mincemeat (check the label if you're vegetarian)
220g plain flour
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Beat the butter with both types of sugar and the salt. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract and mincemeat. Stir in the flour and bicarbonate of soda, then chill for 20 mins.
  • Scoop tablespoons of the mixture onto two lined baking sheets, leaving a bit of space between each so they can spread. Bake for 10-12 mins, or until the cookies are just firm around the edges but still soft in the middle - they will firm up as they cool. Transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

MINCEMEAT COOKIES I



Mincemeat Cookies I image

Add more mincemeat or a pinch of other spices to change the flavor of these cookies.

Provided by Glenda J.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Spice Cookie Recipes

Yield 84

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shortening
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ cups prepared mincemeat, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • Cream shortening, sugar and eggs together, then beat in vanilla. Sift the flour, salt and baking soda together, and add to shortening mixture. Mix until well blended. Stir in the nuts and mincemeat and mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls on the cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes until light brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 56.3 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

MINCEMEAT DROP COOKIES



Mincemeat Drop Cookies image

Make and share this Mincemeat Drop Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup mincemeat (prepared)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy; add egg and beat well.
  • Add mincemeat, mixing well.
  • Combine flour, soda, and salt; mix well, and stir into creamed mixture.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F.
  • for 18 to 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • To make the cookies more flavorful, use a combination of dark brown sugar and granulated sugar.
  • For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have mincemeat, you can make your own by combining chopped apples, raisins, currants, candied citrus peel, and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • To prevent the cookies from spreading too much, be sure to chill the dough before baking and use a cookie scoop to measure out the dough.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set around the edges, but still soft in the center. This will help to ensure that the cookies are chewy and moist.

Conclusion:

Mincemeat cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holidays. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little planning, you can make these cookies ahead of time and freeze them for later. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these mincemeat cookies a try!

Related Topics