Mincemeat Cookies
Description
These traditional Mincemeat Cookies are a nostalgic holiday favorite, featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced shortbread-like cookies that sandwich a rich, fruity mincemeat filling. The dough comes together quickly with creamed shortening, brown sugar, and a touch of sour cream for a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Once baked and cooled, the cookie rounds are paired with a spoonful of sweet, spiced mincemeat, sealed with an egg wash, and baked briefly to set the filling. They offer a beautiful contrast between the crisp, buttery crust and the warm, jammy interior. Ideal for Christmas parties, tea time, or as a thoughtful gift in a tin, these cookies bring a taste of old-fashioned comfort to any occasion.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 425F (220C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, brown sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the well-beaten egg until fully incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour milk or cream, mixing until just combined.
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Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes until firm enough to handle.
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Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
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Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut out as many circles as possible.
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Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
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Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
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Once cooled, pair the cookies in sets of two. Lightly brush the flat side of one cookie with a beaten egg white or water.
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Place 1 1/2 teaspoons of mincemeat in the center of the moistened side.
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Top with another cookie, pressing gently to adhere. Pinch the edges together to seal.
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Return the assembled sandwiches to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes to set the filling.
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Cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1190.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 47.0g73%
- Saturated Fat 15.8g79%
- Cholesterol 0.6mg1%
- Sodium 2540.9mg106%
- Total Carbohydrate 173.5g58%
- Dietary Fiber 5.3g22%
- Sugars 47.1g
- Protein 17.6g36%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, ensure the dough is chilled sufficiently before rolling to prevent sticking and maintain shape.
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
If using store-bought mincemeat, check the consistency; if it is too runny, spoon it out to drain slightly before filling to prevent soggy cookies.
These cookies freeze well. Assemble and freeze on a tray before transferring to a bag for long-term storage.
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