Mincemeat Bar Cookies for Coolmonday
Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat on a crisp day, these Mincemeat Bar Cookies for Coolmonday bring together the warmth of spiced mincemeat filling with a buttery, crumbly oat crust. Made with a simple combination of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and rolled oats, this easy-to-make dessert layers nostalgia with a hint of sophistication. The optional addition of chopped pecans or walnuts adds a delightful crunch, complementing the rich, fruity filling. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a baking duration of 25 minutes, these bars can effortlessly serve as a festive dessert or sweet snack. Whether you prefer store-bought or homemade mincemeat, this recipe ensures a golden-brown, irresistibly crumbly top that pairs perfectly with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade mincemeat filling
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and add it to the dry mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the mixture until it forms a crumbly texture.
Press half of the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base layer.
Spread the mincemeat filling over the base layer, ensuring it is evenly distributed. If desired, sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts over the mincemeat layer for added crunch.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top of the mincemeat layer, lightly pressing it down to create an even topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cool, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Cut into 12 equal pieces and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3007 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.5 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.9 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1290 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 460.4 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 226.9 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1292 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
