Merry Mincemeaters

Prep: 30 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Merry Mincemeaters are delightful pastry treats filled with spiced mincemeat, topped with nuts, perfect for holiday gatherings and festive occasions. Crispy, flavorful, and easy to make.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1 unbeaten egg
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 1/2 cups prepared mincemeat

Instructions

  1. Sift flour, cinnamon, and salt together. Cream the butter and sugar together well.
  2. Blend in the unbeaten egg and almond extract. Beat well. Stir in dry ingredients.
  3. Mix thoroughly. Roll out half of the dough on a greased 10 x 8-inch baking sheet.
  4. Spread with 1 1/2 cups prepared mincemeat.
  5. Roll out remaining dough to 10 x 8 inches.
  6. Invert dough over mincemeat.
  7. Brush with reserved egg white, slightly beaten.
  8. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup nuts.
  9. Bake at 350°F for 25 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

453 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.2g 8% DV
Total Fat 32g 41% DV
Carbs 37.1g 14% DV
Fiber 2.1g 7% DV
Sugar 6.5g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9768.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 116mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 76.3mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 61.5mg 5% DV
Iron 1.7mg 10% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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