Description
These Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites combine the classic flavors of Boston cream pie in a bite-sized, cookie form. Soft vanilla cookies are filled with creamy vanilla custard and topped with a rich chocolate drizzle, making them a delightful and indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for 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 together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar until fully combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until everything is combined without overmixing the dough.
- Scoop Dough: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn lightly golden. Once baked, remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Indent and Fill: After the cookies have cooled, make a small indentation in the center of each cookie using your thumb or the back of a measuring spoon. Fill each indentation with approximately one teaspoon of vanilla custard.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Top Cookies: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the custard-filled cookies, or dip the tops for a full chocolate coating if you prefer.
- Set Chocolate: Allow the chocolate topping to set at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites!
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
- You can use store-bought custard or make your own vanilla custard for a homemade touch.
- For an even chocolate coating, dip the filled cookies in the melted chocolate instead of just drizzling.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before filling to prevent custard from melting.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Boston cream pie, cookie bites, vanilla custard, chocolate drizzle, dessert, easy cookie recipe
