Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites Recipe
Delight in these Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites, a charming twist on the classic dessert featuring soft, buttery cookies filled with smooth vanilla custard and topped with a luscious semi-sweet chocolate glaze. Perfect for parties or an indulgent treat, these cookie bites combine simple ingredients with a decadent finish.
- Author: mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookie bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (can substitute with whole wheat flour)
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (fresh preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar (brown sugar can be used)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (or almond extract)
Filling and Topping
- 1 cup Vanilla Custard (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (dark chocolate as alternative)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (or coconut oil)
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar for about 2 minutes until creamy and light.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract into the butter mixture until fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Form Cookies: Scoop small balls of dough and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart to prevent sticking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden brown.
- Cool the Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Fill Cookies: Once cooled, carefully slice each cookie in half horizontally and fill each bottom half with a spoonful of vanilla custard.
- Prepare Chocolate Topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the vegetable oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and glossy.
- Assemble and Coat: Drizzle or dip the filled cookies into the melted chocolate, then set them aside to allow the chocolate to fully set before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, try substituting granulated sugar with brown sugar.
- You can use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet if preferred for a richer chocolate taste.
- Make sure the baking powder is fresh to achieve the best rise and texture.
- Use parchment paper on your baking sheet to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- If making homemade vanilla custard, ensure it is fully cooled before using to avoid melting the chocolate topping.
- These cookie bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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