Description
Craving a show-stopping dessert that’s both elegant and fun to make? These Delightful Clothespin Cookies, also called Mini Ladylocks, are your answer. Made from golden, flaky puff pastry and filled with a lush whipped cream center, they strike the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess. Whether you need a quick dessert for a bake sale or want to impress guests with a holiday treat, this easy recipe delivers wow-factor with minimal effort. These cookies are also a sweet fit for breakfast ideas, party food ideas, or when you just want a cozy indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Pastry Shells:
2 sheets puff pastry, thawed but still cold
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Powdered sugar, for dusting
For the Cream Filling:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup vegetable shortening
5 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup marshmallow fluff
2–3 tbsp milk, as needed for piping consistency
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease clothespin molds or wrap in parchment.
- Roll puff pastry to smooth creases; cut into 1-inch strips.
- Wrap strips around molds, overlapping slightly. Place seam-side down on a lined tray.
- Brush with egg wash. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
- Cool slightly, then slide off molds and let cool fully.
- Beat butter and shortening until fluffy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar.
- Add vanilla and marshmallow fluff. Mix in milk until creamy.
- Pipe filling into both ends of each shell. Dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert