Chocolate Peanut Butter Moon Pies

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Chocolate Peanut Butter Moon Pies, the ultimate treat for peanut butter and chocolate lovers! These homemade delights feature soft, buttery cookies sandwiched with a rich and creamy peanut butter filling, then dipped in a luscious semisweet chocolate coating for the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, creamy peanut butter, and chocolate chips, these moon pies come together in just under an hour, making them ideal for special occasions or as a cozy weekend baking project. Whether served as a dessert, snack, or gift, these delectable, chocolate-dipped cookie sandwiches will satisfy every sweet craving in the room.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 45 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cup confectioners’ sugar (for filling)
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil or shortening

📝 Instructions

14 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

6. Roll the dough into 24 evenly-sized balls (about 1 tablespoon of dough each) and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between them.

7. Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass to create round disks.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Do not overbake. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.

9. To make the peanut butter filling, mix the creamy peanut butter and confectioners' sugar in a bowl until smooth and thick.

10. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the peanut butter filling onto the flat side of half the cookies. Top with another cookie to form a sandwich.

11. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semisweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth and glossy.

12. Dip each moon pie into the melted chocolate, ensuring that it is fully coated. Use a fork to lift the moon pie out of the chocolate, letting any excess drip off.

13. Place the dipped moon pies on a sheet of parchment paper to set. You can speed up the process by refrigerating them for 15-20 minutes.

14. Serve and enjoy your delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Moon Pies! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (129.6g)

Calories		628
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		36.2 g	46%
	Saturated Fat	18.5 g	93%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		58 mg	19%
Sodium		235 mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate		69.1 g	25%
	Dietary Fiber	3.8 g	13%
	Total Sugars	45.0 g
Protein		10.2 g	20%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	2%
Calcium		47 mg	4%
Iron		2.5 mg	14%
Potassium		242 mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3900 cal (50.6%%)

Protein: 488 cal (6.3%%)

Carbs: 3319 cal (43.1%%)