Mince Pie Cookies!

Mince Pie Cookies are the genius fusion of classic Christmas mincemeat and everyone’s favorite dessert: chocolate chip cookies. Imagine soft, golden cookie dough wrapped around a sweet spiced filling of mincemeat, baked until perfectly gooey inside and slightly crisp on the outside. Whether you love traditional mince pies or just want to shake up your holiday baking, these cookies are a merry little miracle—and yes, they freeze beautifully too.

Why You’ll Love These Mince Pie Cookies

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• 🎄 Festive flavor in every bite – cinnamon-spiced fruit wrapped in cookie bliss
• 🍫 Chocolate + mincemeat combo that actually works (trust us)
• ❄️ Make ahead & freeze friendly
• 🎁 Perfect for gifting – they look impressive but are easy to make
• 💡 No fancy ingredients – pantry staples + mincemeat

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough:

• 125g unsalted butter or baking spread
• 100g light brown sugar
• 75g granulated sugar
• 1 medium egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 300g plain flour
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
• ½ tsp sea salt
• 300g chocolate chips (milk or dark)

Filling:

• 10 heaped spoonfuls of mincemeat, frozen for at least 1 hour (homemade or shop-bought)

Instructions

1. Freeze the Mincemeat

Scoop 10 heaped spoonfuls of mincemeat onto a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for at least 1 hour (4+ hours is ideal). This makes them easier to wrap in cookie dough.

2. Prep the Oven

Preheat oven to 180°C fan / 200°C regular. Line two large baking trays.

3. Make the Cookie Dough

In a large bowl, beat together the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
Add the egg and vanilla, then beat again.
Mix in the flour, baking powder, bicarb, and salt until a dough forms.
Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.

4. Shape the Cookies

Divide dough into 10 equal portions (90–100g each). Flatten one portion in your hand, place a frozen scoop of mincemeat in the center, and gently wrap the dough around it to fully seal.

5. Bake

Place cookies on prepared trays, spaced apart. Bake for 11–13 minutes, until lightly golden.
Let cool on the tray for 30 minutes to finish setting.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (includes freezing)
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Cooling Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: ~2 hours
• Yield: 10 large cookies

Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie, Approximate)

• Calories: 360
• Fat: 17g
• Carbs: 48g
• Sugar: 28g
• Protein: 4g

Tips & Variations

• Use your favorite mincemeat – shop-bought or homemade, with or without alcohol
• Make it nutty – stir in some chopped pecans or walnuts with the chocolate
• Swap the chocolate – white chocolate chunks add a fun contrast
• Storage: Keep at room temp for 3–4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months

Mince Pie Cookies

Soft chocolate chip cookies filled with festive mincemeat—perfect for Christmas snacking, gifting, or freezing ahead for a holiday treat.

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Prep Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 35 minutes mins

Servings: 10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: British

Calories: 380

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• #### Cookie Dough
• – 125g unsalted butter or baking spread
• – 100g light brown sugar
• – 75g granulated sugar
• – 1 medium egg
• – 1 tsp vanilla extract
• – 300g plain flour
• – 1½ tsp baking powder
• – ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
• – ½ tsp sea salt
• – 300g chocolate chips
• #### Filling
• – 10 heaped spoonfuls mincemeat frozen

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Hand or stand mixer
• – 2 baking trays
• Parchment paper

Method

 

1. Scoop 10 spoonfuls of mincemeat onto a tray and freeze for at least 1 hour.
2. Preheat oven to 180°C fan (200°C regular). Line two baking trays.
3. Cream butter and sugars until smooth.
4. Beat in egg and vanilla.
5. Mix in flour, baking powder, bicarb, and salt to form a dough.
6. Fold in chocolate chips.
7. Divide dough into 10 balls (90–100g). Flatten, wrap around frozen mincemeat, and seal.
8. Place on trays and bake for 11–13 minutes.
9. Cool on trays for 30 minutes. Enjoy warm or store.

Notes

– Store 3–4 days in an airtight container.
– Freeze baked or unbaked for up to 3 months.
– Use homemade or shop-bought mincemeat.

FAQs

Can I make these smaller?
Yes, just reduce the amount of dough and filling per cookie—adjust baking time accordingly.

Can I skip the chocolate chips?
Sure! They’re optional, but add a delicious contrast to the spiced filling.

What kind of spoon for mincemeat scoops?
A dessert spoon works best—heaped, not level.

Can I use gluten-free flour?
Yes, use a 1:1 GF blend and add a pinch of xanthan gum if your blend doesn’t include it.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a bake that feels classic yet exciting, Mince Pie Cookies are your answer. The warm spice of mincemeat wrapped in buttery cookie dough is holiday magic in a single bite. Serve them at parties, pack them as edible gifts, or stash a batch in the freezer for unexpected guests. Either way, you’ll be baking these long after Christmas.