How to Make Southern Moon Pies - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to iconic Southern treats, few things conjure up warm, nostalgic feelings quite like the Moon Pie. This beloved snack has been a staple in the South for decades, and for good reason. A Moon Pie consists of two soft, cake-like cookies sandwiching a creamy filling, forming a delectable treat that is perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth. And while the classic Moon Pie is certainly delicious on its own, there’s a whole world of possibilities when it comes to customizing this class...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup marshmallow creme

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Total Time: 38 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen pies

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a cookie sheet.
  • To Make Cookie Crusts: In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter or margarine and white sugar. Add egg, evaporated milk, and vanilla. Mix well. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, salt, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder. Add flour mixture slowly to sugar mixture while stirring. Mix just until all ingredients are combined.
  • Drop the dough onto greased cookie sheet by rounded tablespoonfuls. Leave at least 3 inches in between each one; dough will spread as it bakes.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes, until firm when pressed with finger. Allow to cool at least one hour before filling.
  • To Make Marshmallow Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, blend together 1/2 cup butter or margarine, confectioners' sugar, flavored extract, and marshmallow creme. Mix until smooth. Assemble pies by spreading 1 to 2 tablespoonfuls of filling on flat side of a cookie crust, then covering filling with flat side of another cookie crust.
  • Nutrition

    193 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 210mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 76mg