Indulge in the taste of these amazing Mincemeat Cookies. A perfect combination of sweet and savory, these cookies are made with a rich mincemeat filling and a buttery, crumbly cookie dough. They are perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. These cookies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups mincemeat filling
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the mincemeat filling and chopped walnuts.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Mincemeat cookies are a traditional American dessert.
The term 'mincemeat' originally referred to a mixture of minced meat, fruits, and spices.
Modern mincemeat no longer contains meat but is made with a combination of dried fruits, nuts, spices, and sometimes alcohol.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.