Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of "mincemeat hermits," a delightful treat that combines the comforting flavors of mincemeat with the irresistible charm of hermit cookies. These alluring treats have captured the hearts of cookie enthusiasts with their perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and texture. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to expand your holiday repertoire or a novice seeking a heartwarming addition to your next family gathering, this article will guide you through the process of creating the most delectable mincemeat hermits that are sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MINCEMEAT HERMITS
Time 45m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Sift first 5 ingredients and set aside. Cream butter and sugar. Add egg, and combine mixtures. Add mincemeat and cream, mixing by hand. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls in mounds onto ungreased cookie sheet, leaving 2" between mounds. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven and frost with Vanilla Glaze while hot. Vanilla Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, salt, vanilla extract, melted butter, and the 2 tablespoons heavy cream. Mix until smooth.
HERMITS
Dress up a cookie plate with these old-fashioned spice bars full of raisins, molasses, cinnamon, ginger and nuts. Then dip the chewy treats in coffee or hot cocoa on frosty days. It's said the cookies are called "hermits" because you can hide them out of sight, just like hermits, for days. They'll be just as good-maybe even better as the flavors blend and develop! -Jeri Tirmenstein, Apache Junction, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 14 cookies.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Cover raisins with boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain and set aside. , Whisk together next 6 ingredients. In another bowl, combine molasses, butter, egg white and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts and raisins (batter will be wet)., Divide batter in half; spread each half (wetting hands, if necessary) into a 12x2-in. rectangle 2 in. apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until edges are lightly browned and set, 10-15 minutes., Transfer rectangles to a cutting board; with a serrated knife, cut diagonally into 1-1/2-in. bars. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
MINCEMEAT HERMITS
Make and share this Mincemeat Hermits recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Candy C
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sift flour, soda, salt, and spices.
- Cream butter and sugar.
- Add egg and beat until light.
- Add dry ingredients, mincemeat, and cream- mix well.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
- Bake in 400 degree oven, 10-12 minutes.
- Remove to racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 979.5, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 20.8, Cholesterol 188.3, Sodium 752.2, Carbohydrate 157.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 87.5, Protein 10.4
MINCEMEAT BARS
These are spicy bar cookies made with mincemeat filling, spices and nuts. They are topped with a sweet glaze while still warm.
Provided by Staplemom
Categories Desserts Cookies Spice Cookie Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease two 9x13 inch baking pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the butter, brown sugar, molasses and 1 teaspoon vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and cloves; stir into the molasses mixture. Stir in hot water, almonds, raisins and mincemeat. Spread the dough evenly into the bottoms of both pans. It will be thin but the mixture will puff up when baking.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Cool in pans on wire racks. In a small bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar, hot milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1/2 teaspoon almond extracts until smooth. Spread over warm bars. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 46.3 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
MINCEMEAT COOKIES
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
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.
MUM'S MINCEMEAT
My Mum's recipe from Lancashire, UK. I have taken over the yearly family tradition for making mincemeat. You will want to make this early- to mid-November to allow it to ferment and the flavors to mingle in time for Christmas.
Provided by Eve Cottom
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English
Time P3DT45m
Yield 50
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt suet in a saucepan over medium-low heat; strain liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl and discard solids. Refrigerate liquid until again solid.
- Grate solid suet, measure 12 ounces of grated suet into a bowl, and set aside.
- Stir brown sugar, sultana raisins, dark raisins, currants, fruit peel, almonds, allspice, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl; add grated suet and stir. Fold grated apple through the mixture.
- Cover bowl loosely with aluminum foil and allow it to sit at room temperature, stirring once daily, until fermented, 3 to 5 days. Refrigerate until needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 6.2 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 149.9 mg, Sugar 29 g
Tips for Making Perfect Mincemeat Hermits
- Use fresh, high-quality mincemeat. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cookies.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Bake the cookies at a moderate temperature. Baking the cookies at too high a temperature will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them stay fresh and chewy.
Conclusion
Mincemeat hermits are a delicious and festive cookie that is perfect for the holiday season. With their sweet, chewy texture and warm, spicy flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a special treat to bake, give mincemeat hermits a try!
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