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Moon Pies Recipe

Delicious homemade moon pies with marshmallow filling and chocolate coating.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Moon Pie Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • ½ cup Sugar
  • ½ cup Butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Marshmallow cream
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the flour and mix until combined.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Allow cookies to cool completely.
  9. Spread marshmallow cream on the flat side of half the cookies.
  10. Top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
  11. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
  12. Dip each sandwich in melted chocolate, covering completely.
  13. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until chocolate is set.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Homemade, Moon Pies
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