Mincemeat Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 11 min Serves: 48 Cuisine: American

Mincemeat cookies offer a delightful blend of spiced, fruity flavors with a tender, buttery texture. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat, they appeal to those who enjoy rich, flavorful baked goods with a hint of nostalgia and festive spirit.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups sifted flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon soda
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup moist mincemeat
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Sift dry ingredients together: flour, salt, and soda.
  2. Cream shortening with sugar, then add egg and beat well.
  3. Add mincemeat, vanilla, and the flour mixture; mix until well blended.
  4. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet.
  5. Bake in a moderately hot oven (375°F) for 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

583 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.5g 13% DV
Total Fat 28.2g 36% DV
Carbs 62.9g 23% DV
Fiber 2.4g 9% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9864.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 329mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 69mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 27.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 95.8mg 7% DV
Iron 2.6mg 14% DV
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

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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