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Mincemeat Turnovers Recipe

Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Mincemeat Turnovers! Perfect for sharing during the holiday season or as a sweet treat any time of the year, this recipe promises a delightful combination of buttery pastry and rich mincemeat filling.

Recipe Information

• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 48 turnovers
• Category: Dessert
• Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Oven

Nutritional Information (per turnover)

• Calories: 97.6
• Fat: 4.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.9g
• Cholesterol: 5.3mg
• Sodium: 45.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 13.9g
  • Fiber: 0.3g
  • Sugar: 5.6g
• Protein: 1.2g

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, cut into chunks
• 8 tablespoons vegetable shortening
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup powdered sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

1. Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Set aside.

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2. Incorporate Fats: Add the chunks of butter and vegetable shortening to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the fats into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Add Buttermilk: Drizzle the buttermilk over the top of the flour mixture. Toss gently until the mixture comes together to form a ball of dough.

4. Shape and Chill: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Fold it in half and flatten it to about 1/2 inch thick. Knead the dough about 8 times. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a 1/2-inch-thick disc. Wrap them in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

5. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your cookie sheets and set them aside.

6. Roll Out Dough: Let the dough discs rest at room temperature for 10 minutes. Roll out one disc into an 8×12-inch rectangle on a lightly floured work surface.

7. Cut and Fill: Cut the rolled-out dough into 24 (3-inch) squares. Place a heaping 1/2 teaspoon of mincemeat filling in the center of each square.

8. Fold and Seal: Fold the opposite corners of each square about 2/3 of the way over the filling, overlapping the dough corners. Press gently to seal.

9. Bake: Place the turnovers 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until they are lightly browned.

10. Cool and Serve: Remove the turnovers from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. If desired, sprinkle the cooled pastries lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

Tips and Tricks

• Ensure the butter and shortening are cold before incorporating them into the flour for the flakiest pastry.
• Don’t overfill the turnovers to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
• These turnovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. Just reheat in the oven before serving for that freshly baked taste.

Enjoy!

These Mincemeat Turnovers are sure to be a hit with friends and family. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat after dinner, their buttery pastry and flavorful filling will have everyone coming back for more! 🥧✨