Description
These Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites combine soft, buttery cookies filled with creamy vanilla custard and topped with rich melted chocolate. Inspired by the classic Boston cream pie dessert, these bite-sized treats are perfect for parties or an indulgent snack.
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
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- 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 use.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture until fully combined, ensuring the batter is smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until all components are combined to avoid overmixing and tough cookies.
- Scoop the Dough: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn a light golden color. Then remove the cookies and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- Create Indentations for Filling: Once cooled, gently press the center of each cookie with your thumb or the back of a measuring spoon to create a small well for the custard filling.
- Fill with Custard: Spoon approximately one teaspoon of vanilla custard into each cookie indentation, filling them neatly without overflowing.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between each until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Top or Dip Cookies in Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the custard-filled cookies or dip the tops into the chocolate for an even coating, depending on your preference.
- Allow Chocolate to Set: Let the chocolate topping set at room temperature for about 10 to 15 minutes before serving, so the chocolate firms up nicely.
Notes
- If you prefer, you can make your own vanilla custard homemade using eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla for fresher flavor.
- Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Be careful not to overmix the cookie dough to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before filling to prevent custard from melting.
- You can refrigerate the filled cookies for up to 2 days, but add the chocolate topping just before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Boston Cream Pie, Cookie Bites, Vanilla Custard Cookies, Chocolate Topped Cookies, Easy Dessert, Bite-sized Treats
