Description
Clothespin Cookies are classic filled cookies that resemble miniature cream horns. These delightful treats feature a tender cookie shell wrapped around a sweet, creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup cold water
- Additional granulated sugar for sprinkling
Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk, as needed
Instructions
- Cookies: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, shortening, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolk and mix well. Gradually add flour mixture, alternating with cold water, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease metal clothespins or dowels (or wrap them in foil if needed). Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 1½-inch by 4-inch strips. Wrap each strip around a greased clothespin, overlapping slightly and pressing ends to seal. Place seam side down on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool for a few minutes before carefully removing from clothespins. Cool completely before filling.
- Filling: Beat butter and shortening until creamy. Add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy. Beat in marshmallow fluff, vanilla, and enough milk to achieve a smooth, pipeable consistency. Pipe filling into cooled shells using a pastry bag.
Notes
- Dust finished cookies with powdered sugar for a classic look.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chill time)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
