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Southern Moon Pies

Delicious homemade Southern Moon Pies, perfect for a sweet treat.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 8 pies
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Cookies

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Filling

  • 1 cup marshmallow creme

Coating

  • 2 cups chocolate chips melted

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each slightly. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool completely.
  5. Spread marshmallow creme on the flat side of half the cookies. Top with remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
  6. Dip each sandwich in melted chocolate, covering completely. Place on parchment paper to set.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Moon Pies, Southern Dessert
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