Mincemeat Cookie Bars

Transform your holiday baking with these irresistible Mincemeat Cookie Bars, the perfect blend of cozy flavors and delightful textures. Featuring a buttery oatmeal cookie base and a luscious layer of spiced, fruity mincemeat, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweetness and warmth. A crumbly topping of dough adds an irresistibly rustic charm, while optional chopped nuts bring a hint of crunch. Quick and easy to make with just 20 minutes of prep time, these bars are baked to golden perfection in under 30 minutes, making them an effortless yet impressive treat. Whether you’re looking for a festive dessert, a creative addition to your cookie platter, or a satisfying snack with your afternoon tea, these Mincemeat Cookie Bars are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups mincemeat (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the rolled oats and nuts (if using).

Step 6

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Ensure it is spread into an even layer.

Step 7

Spread the mincemeat evenly over the pressed dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Crumble the remaining dough over the mincemeat layer, gently pressing it down to create a crumbly top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set.

Step 10

Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Slice into 16 bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1294.6 grams (1294.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4732

Total Fat 151.80g	195%
Saturated Fat 63.90g	320%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 620mg	207%
Sodium 1852mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 797.70g	290%
Dietary Fiber 27.90g	100%
Total Sugars 453.00g
Protein 69.60g	139%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 337mg	26%
Iron 23mg	129%
Potassium 1731mg	37%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 66.0%