Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites (Print)
Bite-sized vanilla cookies with creamy custard filling and rich chocolate glaze
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Base
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
03 - 1/4 tsp baking soda
04 - 1/4 tsp fine salt
05 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
09 - 2 tbsp milk
→ Custard Filling
10 - 3/4 cup whole milk
11 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
12 - 1 egg yolk
13 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
14 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
15 - Pinch of salt
→ Chocolate Glaze
16 - 2 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
17 - 2 tbsp heavy cream
18 - 1 tsp unsalted butter
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.
04 - Gradually blend dry ingredients into butter mixture, alternating with milk, until soft dough forms.
05 - Roll dough into 1-tablespoon balls and arrange on prepared baking sheet 2 inches apart. Flatten gently with palm. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on wire rack.
06 - Whisk milk, sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch, vanilla, and salt in saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until mixture thickens, approximately 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat, press plastic wrap directly onto surface, and refrigerate until set.
07 - Combine chocolate, cream, and butter in microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and glossy. Allow to cool slightly.
08 - Spread or pipe approximately 1 teaspoon custard onto flat side of half the cookies. Place remaining cookies on top to form sandwiches.
09 - Drizzle or pipe chocolate glaze over each cookie sandwich. Allow glaze to firm completely before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get all the satisfaction of Boston cream pie in about one third of the time
- The cookie texture stays soft for days, making them perfect for sharing or keeping all to yourself
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- The custard must be completely chilled before assembly or it will melt and make a mess
- Room temperature ingredients for the cookie dough prevent streaky batter and uneven baking
03 -
- Chill your cookie dough for 15 minutes before baking to prevent spreading too thin
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the cookie dough for a subtle warmth that pairs beautifully with the chocolate