Borden's None Such Mincemeat Cookies
My mother and I made these cookies when I was little, many years ago, using the box of dry mincemeat. I have looked for years for the recipe, they are the best cookies ever!!!
Ingredients
3 ¼ | cups |
all-purpose flour
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½ | teaspoon |
salt
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1 | teaspoon |
baking soda
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1 | cup |
vegetable shortening
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1 ½ | cup |
sugar
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3 | large |
eggs
beaten |
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1 ½ | cup |
mincemeat
from jar, or make your own (recipe see links below) |
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Directions
Combine flour salt and soda.
Cream shortening, adding sugar gradually and cream until fluffy.
Add eggs and beat until smooth.
Stir in mincemeat.
Gradually add flour mixture, mixing well.
Drop by teaspoonsful about 2 inches apart on greased baking sheat.
Bake in 400℉ (200℃) oven for about 12 minutes.
Note:
These resemble a raisin cookie in flavor. If using homemade mincemeat, add some sugar, however the jar mince is recommended instead for a fruity taste.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 18g (0.6 oz)Amount per Serving
Calories 596% of calories from fat
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
1%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol 13mg
4%
Sodium 40mg
2%
Total Carbohydrate
4g
4%
Dietary Fiber 0g
1%
Sugars g
Protein
3g
Vitamin A 0%
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Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%
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Iron 3%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet
How is this calculated?
Judy Manis
I have been making these cookies for years. I got the recipe off the large Mincemeat Jar. I add crushed walnuts and frost them with carmel icing. Men love these cookies.
over 13 years agohad a pr ob they spread out one the cookie sheet like pancakes what did you usen crisco or liquid veg shorteing
deeUnited States
- about 1 year ago
Diana Harteloo
These turned out just beautifully. Of course, that was when I decided to follow the recipe and make them as directed "drop by TEASPOONFULL). My husband likes BIG cookies so I made them big(1ST pan,nope)2nd pan,better,3rd pan, JUST PERFECT!!!!
about 13 years agoNancy Lee Thaller
Childhood memory of mincemeat (from the dried box) cookies and a glass of milk. First cookie I made when I was 10 or 12. My children and grandchildren all love them. Still have the recipe card that my Mother used-60 years later.
about 13 years agoSame!
Sue Laney M
This is a recipe close to what my mother always made at this time of year, so I had a yearning for some. So glad to find this site and the cookies are baking (and sampled). D-yummy! I added coconut & orange qes last half of dough to make a bar. Good
about 13 years agoJ. HOPPS
Have made these cookies for years. People who don't like mincemeat pie just love these cookies!
about 13 years agoG.Blunt
My grandmother made mince meat cookies using 1/2 jar, not the box. Anyone have that receipe? I bought the jar for years and it used to be on every label. Haven't seen it in the past 5 years. Please send to: Gblunt274@msn.com Thanks for your help
about 13 years agowould like that recipe, too
This recipe is the recipe off the jar! My husbands grandma saved the label! This is it!
- over 1 year ago
shirley baker
I have been making these and mincemeat holiday salad for over 50 years. Miss seeing the box of mincemeat on grocery shelves though.
about 12 years agoI the boxed version too.
Maria
Smuckers has discontinued the condensed mincemeat and therefore the original recipe. My family prefers the boxed, so I am going to try reducing the jar mincemeat and see if that approximates the original recipe. This has been a staple in my family for years, and despite doubling the recipe, using 3 boxes of mincemeat, they are usually gone in 3 days. Will let everyone know how reducing the jarred mincemeat goes.
Gina
You can order the boxes from Amazon, also the jars, I make the cookies and bars recipe for bars are on the jar,
LynnUnited States
- about 1 year ago
Joan
Do you still sell the box of mincemeat, I have not found it in over ten of the local stores, Help, I have made the cookies for many years with the box and I miss them
about 12 years agoAmazon sells the box and the bottle.
Charles..Massachusetts
Jo Noonan
Nonesuch dried mincemeat in the 9 oz. box is getting harder and harder to find. I found it at Meier this year and bought six boxes. The expiration date is 2013. I'm going to try the cookies.
about 12 years agohaley - United States
there use to be a wonderful lemon iceing on these cookies.. who has that part of the recipe
about 12 years agoA coworker had me try these cookies last year without knowing they were mincemeat! Delicious!!! Used to be able to get from Weis supermarket. Found the box in our local Shoprite.
about 12 years agoJeanette
I'm so happy I found this recipe. I made these cookies years ago and I lost the recipe. These cookies are delicious and now I will be able to make them for Christmas.
about 12 years agosheri
when to make cookies and there is no liquid to hold it together.not good, anyone out there have the same problem
about 12 years agoI rehydrated my box of mincemeat before making the cookies as I wanted moist cookies. They turned out great. My sister-in-law was crazy about them and couldn’t stop eating them. I told her they were dried fruit until the third cookie. When I told her they were mincemeat she said she was glad I hadn’t told her because she wouldn’t have tried them.
Randi Cockerham United States
- over 1 year ago
No the eggs hold them together and the mincemeat also adds moisture. Mine always turn out great.I also add nuts.
Dianne
If you use the dried mincemeat, add 1/4 cup milk. If using jarred mincemeat, no need to add milk
Casey
Good Heavens, Sherri... there are 3 eggs plus the shortening and the mincemeat itself is wet. Did you misread the recipe?
about 12 years agodottie
MADE THESE COOKIES FOR YEARS USING THE BOX MINCEMEAT CAN ONLY FIND IT IN A JAR. GREAT BUY AT WALMART HAS A VERY GOOD EXPIRATION DATE . MAY BE JAN. BUT I'M BAKING. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
about 12 years agoBarry
None Such has 2 different types of mince meat one comes in a jar and the other is a small block,you must compensate if using the block,while the jar contains liquid, the block is very dry,more like a bullion cube.
almost 12 years agoThe box one has been discontinued here.
Anne
My mother did not like to bake very much as she did not like the feeling of flour. This cookie was a staple in our home. I still use it today and love it just as much.
almost 12 years agoamh
A family favorite! Been baking these cookies since the early '80's!
over 11 years agoMartyB
after reading all these lovely compliments for this cookie, I can't wait to make them. Will be in my mixed boxes of gift cookies this year.
about 11 years agodalena
The Bordens site tells you that the concentrated 9oz box can be reconstituted with 3/4 cup water. You can also use 1/2 the jar or 1 1/3 c. for a more cake-like cookie.
The lemon glaze haley was asking about is also given there. It's just 1 1/2 c. powdered sugar and 1/4 c. lemon juice brushed or drizzled on warm cookies. We never glazed them when I was growing up, but it sounds yummy. Might add jest, too.
about 10 years agoMy mom made these with orange glaze. & her recipe called for rolled oats also.
I just found her recipe that i thought had been lost for good. Since it's after Xmas I actually ordered a jar of non such mincemeat from Amazon & will be making a batch this weekend
Jim W.
I grew up with Mincemeat pies and during the Holiday Season Mincemeat cookies, mom would make 3x the recipe. I had lost the recipe from the None Such jar, it has been about 15 years since this wonderful part of my childhood has been in my home. Made a double batch - family wants a couple of dozen, and mom would freeze the cookies, we had wonderful mincemeat cookies till February every year.
about 10 years agoI have made this recipe every year especially around the holidays. My family loves them. I plan to make them part of my cookie trays for friends this year. This is one of the best cookies ever invented.
about 9 years agoMy grandmother made mincemeat cookies every Christmas (the 50's & 60's). The recipe was lost. Could this be the recipe she used? I have tried more than 30 different recipes and none have been the one she used. For reference, my grandmother would be 121 years old!
about 9 years agoI use the Nonesuch mincemeat in a jar only, nothing else tastes the same. I also use the recipe from the jar, just like my Mama did starting 55 years ago. I have found that folks either love them or hate them, no in-between! Thankfully, my kids and their families LOVE them!
about 8 years agoYES I ALSO FIND IT VERY HARD TO FIND THE NONESUCH IN A BOX THOUGHT PERHAPS I WAS IN AN AREA WHERE LATINS DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS THANKS HOUTX
about 8 years agoYES I ALSO FIND IT VERY HARD TO FIND THE NONESUCH IN A BOX THOUGHT PERHAPS I WAS IN AN AREA WHERE LATINS DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS THANKS HOUTX
about 8 years agoBordan's, what happened to you BOXED Mincemeat ??? I always used it for my cookies instead of the jar, was taught by my mother ! I can't find the "boxed" kind anywhere .. do. you still make it ? cl316613jh@gmail.com let me know anyone can find it !
about 6 years agoI’m trying to find the box as well but I read here that Amazon has it. It’s too late for me now. I have the jar but nervous about using the recipe since the box made my cookies crispy.
PaulaUnited States
- about 1 year ago
United States
I'm 82 years old been making theses cookies since I was a child going to start baking this week for Thanksgiving. My family loves them have 19 coming for dinner this year so have lots of baking to do. Happy Holidays Everyone
about 5 years agoHere is the recipe that's on the back of the Nonesuch box now. You can find the box (front and back and to purchase) at walmart.com:
"Prize Cookies (makes About 6-1/2 dozen)
1 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
3 cups unsifted flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (9 oz.) package None Such Condensed Mincemeat, crumbled
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, beat shortening and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs; beat well. Stir together dry ingredients; gradually add to shortening mixture. Mix well. Stir in mincemeat. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, onto greased baking sheets. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool. Frost if desired.
Tip: For a more cake-like cookie, substitute 1-1/3 cups (1/2 of a 27 oz. jar) None Such Ready-To-Use Mincemeat (Classic Original or Brandy and Rum) for condensed mincemeat."
over 4 years agop.s. I've never made these cookies. Thanks for all your great comments and tips. I see that Wegman's carries the boxed None Such Mincemeat, and hope to find it there this week and make a trial of these cookies before Christmas. I have loved reading in the comments about everyone's traditions! Olde Christmas is the best Christmas! :-) Grandma knew best. :-)
over 4 years agoI was wondering if Borden’s still mfg. the condensed mincemeat. Now, I’m delighted to find the mincemeat cookie recipe!!! My family LOVES mincemeat, so I know they’re in for a new treat, along with the awaited “pie”!!
about 4 years agoYes the dried is on Amazon. And possibly at Meier
How do you adjust this recipe for altitude? I live at 7,200 feet.
about 4 years agoMy wife made these since the 60's we didn't change anything. Fort Collins Co 5000 ft. I know they eat well in the Springs as they were one of the items we were required to bring at Christmas
Dave
Last christmas i had 2 jars of Non such mincemeat I had almost a full jar left so it's been in fridge since then, question is will it be
about 4 years agoalright to use in cookies ?
Thank you,
Karen Hansen
Yes it is fine as long as you kept the lid on it.
I just found 5 boxes of condensed mincemeat in my partners fridge. I’m excited to make cookies based on all these reviews. I have never had any as it’s not part of my upbringing but I’m excited to make and try these!
over 3 years agoLoved reading all the testimonies and stories of growing up around this one cookie. My husband asked me to make these for his friend and mentor who is 89 yrs old. He said it was his and his wife's favorite cookie. For she has passed on a few years ago now. He said that he has not had anyone make him these since his wife's passing. I am very excited and honored to be making these for him. I personally have never heard of such a cookie and had to do some research. I just hope I can make them the way he remembers.
over 3 years agoMy Momma always added a 1/2 cup of walnuts.
Have been loving these cookies for many many years. My mom always put 1/2 maraschino cherry on top before baking and I’ve done the same. Definitely a family favorite!
over 3 years agoUnited States
My mother in-law made these cookies for years never did get the recipe from her wanted to make these for my husband as a treat to remember his child hood Thank you for all the reviews on them gives me a lot of n ew ideas.
over 3 years agoOur family always made these, now I have to be gluten free, has anyone tried to use gluten free flour to make these, and how did it turn out?
about 3 years agoMark
We were raised up in Arkansas eating warm mincemeat cookies at Christmas time!! Our grandmother made the recipe from the box happy holidays!!Still enjoy making them today
about 3 years agoUnited States
When my grandma made mincemeat cookies she would send my whole family a packed coffee can each, she made them much darker and so soft cake like you are the whole can before you realized how did she do it, because all recipes are a very light in color. She past away before I was able to ask her what her secrete was. Please can any one think of a way to get the Bayer to become darker? Help
about 3 years agoTry substituting dark brown sugar for part of the white sugar. Good luck!
Maria
Substitute molasses for part of the sugar
- about 1 year ago
its been a long time since i had these cookies..40 yrs..i was wondering if i could make in advance and freeze..being a soft cookie..i'm thinking no!
about 3 years agoCan you substitute butter for shortening?
about 3 years agoSo I bought the box and want to make the cookies. Do I reconstitute it or just take it right out of the box and 'crumble' it in?
about 3 years agoUnited States
You can buy mincemeat at Amazon,it may be seasonal
about 3 years agoA few days ago I made these using Bob's Red Mill "1 to 1 Baking Flour." The resulting cookies were good. The only change I made, after tasting them, was to add 1/2 tsp vanilla. I think up to 1 tsp would work well - that's what I will use next time. I grew up eating these in the fifties and sixties, and my family agrees these are excellent.
about 3 years agoUnited States
Perhaps your grandma used dark brown sugar.
about 3 years agoUnited States
New Hyde Park—
about 3 years agoThe recipe on the box uses 1/2 cup less flour than the jar recipe. I have not made these yet or even bought either box or jar, but think you just crumble it in. I would be interested in knowing from folks who have made both, which did they prefer.
Just Crumble it in
- about 1 year ago
United States
A staple in my family. This year I was able to find homemade mincemeat with meat!! Making cookies from my grandma's recipe. House smells wonderful.
about 3 years agoUnited States
I grew up in Arizona. I Mom made these every Christmas. Both of My Brothers were in the Military and My Mom always sent them a care package with these cookies as well as other cookies, fudge, and cake. I Love these cookies and I couldn't find the receipt. Now I have it! I am making then for Christmas this year! Bringing Back childhood memories. My Mom would always save me some of the dough to eat. So Yummy!! Thanks fir the recipe! Merry Christmas!!
about 3 years agoThese turned out yummy (and brown) using all whole wheat flour. I added extra cinnamon and nuts.
about 3 years agoUnited States
Can you use butter instead of shortening?
about 3 years agoAs a child my family made these cookies. They are absolutely delicious!! We used the box. We have not been able to find the boxed for years. I will compensate with half of the jar. We crumbled the mince meat from the box into the ingredients.
Our recipe:
2 C. sugar
4 & 1/4 C. flour
1 C. butter
2 eggs
2 C. mince meat (crumbled up)
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
2 tsp. baking powder
1 & 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 & 1/2 C. chopped pecans or walnuts
Cream butter & sugar, add beaten eggs, & spices. Dissolve soda in mince meat & add to mixture with vanilla & add the nuts. Sift baking powder with flour and add to the mixture. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, on to greased baking sheets. Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 350 degrees. We did not glaze them.
My memory is these cookies are to die for. One of the best cookies I have ever had. All of you out there making mince meat cookies this holiday season, enjoy!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
about 3 years agoLove these cookies, my mom used to make them every year. Found the boxed mincemeat this year for the first time in years. I am eating the first ones right out of the oven. I used 1/2 butter 1/2 Crisco and turned out great. I got the boxed mincemeat a t Bashes here in Mesa
about 3 years agoUnited States
could I use liquid shortening in place of crisco?
about 3 years agoI miss the box - crumble the condensed mincemeat into the Prize Cookies recipe - it is the absolute best! Was just gifted a jar - so I guess I'm going to have to try the 'cake-like' cookie - not sure if I will like it as well. Why is it so hard to find the box? grumble, grumble, grumble.... :)
about 3 years agoYou NEVER substitute a liquid fat for a solid. Never. Unless you want cookie puddles. It's all about the texture and solid to liquid ratio. and yes, you can substitute butter for the crisco. Not only does it taste better, but its healthier.
about 3 years agoThis is something I grew up with, back on the farm, and I love them so much, My Granmother made them with with bacon grease and lots of nuts. They were the best part of coming home from school!
almost 3 years agoUnited Kingdom
How to do you substitute from the 9oz. condensed to the jar? I have always used the 9oz.pkg. & had to switch to the jar. I simmered the 9oz. the night before but I don't know how much of the jar I should use to bake my cookies.
about 2 years agoI bought jars through Amazon. I followed the recipe teaspoon, 400 degrees,12 minutes, burnt. It’s not my oven because I made three batches of other cookies that came out perfect. 375 for 8 minutes is working for me. I am also using parchment paper instead of greasing the cookie sheets.
about 2 years agoThey totally quit making the condensed package. Has anyone had success with the liquid jar?
about 2 years agoI got the package direct from the manufacturer website a few weeks ago. You might try looking there.
about 2 years agoPer Bordon telephone call - I was told today they have discontinued the 9oz box of Condensed Mincemeat. My mother made a specific cake using this product for over 60 years and now we no longer can make it. It doesn't work with the jar of mincemeat. Sad day!! Does anyone have an idea of how we can make our own??
almost 2 years agoGina
I am experimenting with the cookie today. I bought a jar of mincemeat and reduced it by 1/3. I let it sit on low for about two-3 hours, just to get the majority of the “water” out. Getting ready to make a batch now. My family doesn’t like them coke like, so I am hoping that it works. I have always used butter rather than shortening. It gives a richer flavor and makes for a better cookie. I am also going to sprinkle some flour into the mincemeat and hope that it will be more condensed. Will let you know later.
about 1 year agoSo I am very interested in how your cookies turned out?.?We have always used double condensed and are trying to figure out how to use jar.
Wendy from NM
So tell us the rest of your story. Did you find a new way?
Terry
Jane Olsen
My mom also made mincemeat cookies for Christmas (using the condensed mincemeat in the box), and I have made them for family for many years. She used to make balls of the dough and roll them in sugar before baking. It was a nice way to include kids in the baking and it gives the cookies a slight crystalline sugar coating. I have two boxes left of the condensed mincemeat, and then I will have to figure out the jar.... I am not a good adaptive cook, so I am hoping someone will make a good recommendation!
about 1 year agoCookie monster
HELP! Always used the box. Everyone loved them last year and wanted recipe. Smuckers (new owner of Borden) advised no longer making condensed box of mincemeat. Advised using one half of 27 ounce jar. Followed recipe to a t. Way way too soft. Good flavor but I want crisp cookies!!!!!!
Curious about cooking the mincemeat to reduce water and/or using only 2 eggs instead of 3? Or adding cornstarch. A little help from you mincemeat cookie makers? I have some disappointed people for Christmas if I am unable to make the cookies, and the mincemeat is too expensive to keep experimenting. Plus, such experiments will double my waist line.
Thank you in advance for your recommendations and suggestions.
about 1 year agoSame here. My father in law always used the box and they were delightful crispy cookies. This year, we are going to try to cook the jar stuff at 250 degrees on a cookie sheet with parchment for a couple of hours to reduce moisture. Fingers crossed.
Angela
Always liked the jar better trythe n branxy its excellent the bordens surprise cookie recipe is online. I always use butter and add walnuts. You an try diffetent additions you like. I frost with lemon and powder sugar mixture sometimes orange or almond flavor .
about 1 year agoBoxed (condensed) version has been discontinued. They're getting a lot of complaints: 1-800-742-6729
3 months agoI have made Mincemeat Bar Cookies at Christmastime for 60 years - the recipe in the early editions of the Betty Crocker Cookbook. It uses a 9 oz. box of condensed mincemeat. I am beyond disappointed that is it discontinued. I experimented with the jar for the first time today, using 1/2 jar and an additional 1/2 cup of flour. The cookies are too "cakey" but almost acceptable. I'll try again after Christmas (have 4 boxes of condensed that will get me through this holiday season). I'll continue with the 1/2 jar and extra flour, but next time plan to add extra raisins, probably 1/2 cup, and might consider adding currants. Surely some of you are making the same bar cookie. What have you done to adapt? Have you figured out a good way to condense the jarred mincemeat to approximate the boxed? I used Crosse & Blackwell for my first experiment, not None Such. Help! I can't give up on these bar cookies. They've become favorites of several family members including a teen.
2 months agoDisappointed
Shame on them for discontinuing boxed mincemeat!!!! I don’t want to mess up the original flavor and texture of my cookies!!!
about 2 months agoBring it back!!! Grew up with these and want to continue the tradition… I want my great grands to experience these delicious cookies!!
Kiki
I want them to bring back the condensed boxed version of the mincemeat, as well. I always enjoyed making the Prize cookies and the jar version is just not going to work out.
about 2 months agoI order it on line. Comes from the company. A dozen at a time because it will keep. Stores don't carry it.
Faith United States
- about 1 month ago
Dixie
I made the cookies today using the jar. Some of the seasoning is a bit different from using the prior boxed kind. Plus, they were not quite as sweet. I’ll make them again and I’m increasing the sugar from 1.5 cups to about1.75 cups. Otherwise, in my oven 12 minutes at 400 was perfect.
about 2 months agoFaith
I make these cookies, but I also add spices, cinnamon, allspice ,cloves, and mace. 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 t of the rest. I use the jar, and then break up the dry box of mincemeat. I also add a teaspoon rum extract.
about 1 month agoRose Disher
Mincemeat cookies are a holiday family tradition in my family, and I have been making them with condensed mincemeat for years. I used my last box last Christmas, and Borden/None Such recommended that I substitute 1 and 3/4 cup of the jar mincemeat for condensed mincemeat. This volume of wet mincemeat will not work because the resulting dough is the consistency of quick bread. There are some other cookie recipes on line that I may try, but I will not be purchasing None Such mincemeat again until the bring back Condensed Mincemeat. I will be looking for recipes for making my own mincemeat that use the same ingredients listed on the None Such condensed mincemeat boxes.
about 1 month agoLoretta
Can someone post the ingredients of the condensed mincemeat box here? I will try and make my own also.
about 1 month agoBonnie
The condensed box of mincemeat weighs 9 ounces. It is worth a try to take 1/2 of the bottled mincemeat and condense it slowly yourself in a shallow dish or pan to 9 ounces. Then proceed with the cookies.
about 1 month agoThe ingredients on the box were in this order: raisins, sugar, dried apples, dextrose, water, 2% or less of salt, beef, cornstarch, dried citrus peel, apple juice concentrate. spices, and distilled vinegar.