Mincemeat Drop Cookies
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of the holiday season with these irresistible Mincemeat Drop Cookies! Perfectly soft and chewy, these easy-to-make treats combine the richness of butter, the sweetness of brown and granulated sugars, and the cozy spice of cinnamon. The star ingredient—prepared mincemeat—lends a delightful burst of fruity, spiced goodness to every bite, while optional walnuts add a subtle crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes, these cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for holiday cookie swaps, afternoon tea, or festive gatherings. Quick to prepare and bursting with seasonal flavor, these Mincemeat Drop Cookies are a must-try for both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup mincemeat (prepared)
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the mincemeat and chopped walnuts (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed.
Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are set.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your flavorful mincemeat drop cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3549 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.1 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 1804 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 597.9 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 372.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.3 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1078 mg | 23% | |
*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.
