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Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites Recipe

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These Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites capture the classic flavors of the beloved Boston cream pie dessert in a bite-sized cookie form. Soft, buttery cookies are filled with smooth vanilla custard and topped with a rich chocolate glaze, making them a delightful treat perfect for parties or an everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling and Topping

  • 1/2 cup vanilla custard (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later incorporation.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes. This step helps create a tender cookie texture.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until well combined, ensuring the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix gently just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
  6. Shape Cookies: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for slight spreading as they bake.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies turn a light golden color. Remove the baking sheet and cool cookies completely on a wire rack before proceeding.
  8. Indent Cookies: Once cooled, make a small indentation in the center of each cookie using your thumb or the back of a measuring spoon to create space for the filling.
  9. Fill with Custard: Spoon about a teaspoon of vanilla custard into each cookie’s indentation, filling them generously but without overflowing.
  10. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips with vegetable oil. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
  11. Top with Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the custard-filled cookies or dip the cookie tops if you prefer a full coating.
  12. Set Chocolate: Let the chocolate set at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes until firm, then serve and enjoy your Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure butter is fully softened for easy creaming with sugar.
  • Use store-bought custard for convenience or homemade vanilla pastry cream for a fresher taste.
  • If you prefer a glossy chocolate finish, temper the chocolate before drizzling or dipping.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate if custard filling is homemade and perishable.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking and for easier cleanup.
  • You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate depending on your flavor preference.

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