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Half Moon Cookies

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These traditional Half Moon Cookies are a nostalgic treat featuring a soft, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth. The dough is made simple with shortening, buttermilk, and a touch of baking soda for a tender crumb. The signature look comes from splitting the baked cookie and frosting each half with contrasting flavors&# 226;ÂÂtypically sweet white icing on one side and rich chocolate on the other. They are perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or as a comforting afternoon snack. Simple to make with pantry staples, these cookies bring a cheerful, homemade charm to any gathering.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1
Calories: 1464.7
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These traditional Half Moon Cookies are a nostalgic treat featuring a soft, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth. The dough is made simple with shortening, buttermilk, and a touch of baking soda for a tender crumb. The signature look comes from splitting the baked cookie and frosting each half with contrasting flavors&# 226;ÂÂtypically sweet white icing on one side and rich chocolate on the other. They are perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or as a comforting afternoon snack. Simple to make with pantry staples, these cookies bring a cheerful, homemade charm to any gathering.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Shortening
  • 2 Eggs
  • 3 cup Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Soda
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. 3
    Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  4. 4
    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  5. 5
    In another small bowl or measuring cup, stir the baking soda into the buttermilk and let it sit for 5 minutes to activate.
  6. 6
    Add half of the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
  7. 7
    Pour in the buttermilk mixture and mix until smooth.
  8. 8
    Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  9. 9
    Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  10. 10
    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are set and lightly golden on the edges.
  11. 11
    Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. 12
    Once cool, use a serrated knife to carefully slice each cookie horizontally into two halves.
  13. 13
    Spread one half with white frosting and the other half with chocolate frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1464.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.1g78%
Saturated Fat 16.8g85%
Cholesterol 94.5mg32%
Sodium 246.5mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 231.3g78%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 94.7g
Protein 23.4g47%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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