Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Marshmallow Moon Pies
These indulgent Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Marshmallow Moon Pies are the ultimate sweet treat for any chocolate and peanut butter lover! With a soft and chewy cookie base enveloping a luscious layer of creamy peanut butter and a fluffy marshmallow filling, each pie is generously coated in rich semisweet chocolate. Perfect for parties, celebrations, or a cozy night in, these delightful confections are sure to impress. The recipe is easy to follow, and once prepared, the moon pies become even softer and more delicious after a brief resting period. Get ready to indulge in this heavenly dessert that combines the classic flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with a nostalgic twist!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Unsalted Butter
1 cup (softened)
Light Brown Sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
Pure Vanilla Extract
3 teaspoons (for dough and marshmallow)
Large Egg
1 (at room temperature)
Large Egg Whites
2 (at room temperature)
All-Purpose Flour
2 1/4 cups (plus more for rolling)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Semisweet Chocolate
4 ounces (melted)
Chunky Peanut Butter
1 cup
Light Corn Syrup
2/3 cup
Cream of Tartar
1 pinch
Confectioners' Sugar
1 cup (sifted plus more for dusting)
Cocoa Powder
to taste (for dusting)
Ground Cinnamon
to taste (for dusting)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Marshmallow Moon Pies?
They are a sweet dessert consisting of a soft, chewy cookie base, a layer of creamy peanut butter, a fluffy marshmallow filling, and a rich semisweet chocolate coating.
What type of butter is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for one cup of softened unsalted butter.
How much light brown sugar is needed?
You will need 3/4 cup of packed light brown sugar.
How much vanilla extract should I prepare?
The recipe requires three teaspoons of pure vanilla extract to be used in both the dough and the marshmallow filling.
What temperature should the eggs be?
The large egg and the two large egg whites should be at room temperature for the best results.
How much all-purpose flour is required?
The recipe uses 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, plus a little extra for rolling the dough.
Is salt included in the dough?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What kind of chocolate is used for the coating?
Four ounces of melted semisweet chocolate are used to coat the moon pies.
Can I use chunky peanut butter?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for one cup of chunky peanut butter for a textured filling.
What is the purpose of light corn syrup in this recipe?
2/3 cup of light corn syrup is used to help create the marshmallow filling.
Why is cream of tartar added?
A pinch of cream of tartar is used, likely to help stabilize the marshmallow filling.
How much confectioners' sugar is necessary?
One cup of sifted confectioners' sugar is used, with additional sugar kept aside for dusting.
Is cocoa powder used for the dough?
No, cocoa powder is used 'to taste' as a dusting for the finished moon pies.
Does this recipe include cinnamon?
Yes, ground cinnamon is used to taste as a finishing dust.
What is the overall texture of these moon pies?
They have a soft and chewy cookie base with a luscious peanut butter and fluffy marshmallow center.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients listed in total.
Are these moon pies good for parties?
Yes, they are described as perfect for parties, celebrations, or a cozy night in.
Should I let the moon pies rest after making them?
Yes, the moon pies become even softer and more delicious after a brief resting period.
Is the marshmallow filling store-bought?
No, the inclusion of egg whites, corn syrup, and cream of tartar suggests a homemade marshmallow filling.
How many egg whites are needed?
The recipe requires two large egg whites.
What category does this recipe belong to?
This recipe is categorized as a dessert and a cookie.
How is the chocolate applied?
The moon pies are generously coated in rich melted semisweet chocolate.
Can I use smooth peanut butter instead?
While the recipe calls for chunky peanut butter, you can likely substitute smooth peanut butter if you prefer a less textured filling.
What flavor profile can I expect?
It combines the classic flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with a nostalgic marshmallow twist.
Is the flour used for anything other than the dough?
Yes, extra flour is used for rolling out the cookie base.
Is the confectioners' sugar used inside the pie?
It is used in the recipe and also for dusting the exterior.
How much peanut butter is in each batch?
The recipe calls for one full cup of chunky peanut butter.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
The description states that the recipe is easy to follow.
What makes these moon pies 'decadent'?
The combination of a rich chocolate coating, creamy peanut butter, and a homemade marshmallow filling makes them highly indulgent.
When was this recipe added to the database?
This recipe was inserted on October 6, 2024.