Step 1: Make the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin.
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Add dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and press each into the mini muffin cups, forming a small well in the center.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let cool completely before removing from the tin.
Step 2: Prepare the Custard
- In a saucepan, whisk milk, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and salt over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Let cool, then spoon or pipe a small amount into each cookie cup.
Step 3: Make the Ganache
- Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering.
- Pour over chocolate in a bowl and let sit 1–2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Spoon or drizzle chocolate over the custard-filled cookie bites.
Tips & Variations
- Add a twist: Try using chocolate cookies for a richer base, or add a bit of espresso powder to the custard for mocha flavor.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow everything to set beautifully.
- Make ahead: Bake the cookies and make the custard a day in advance, then assemble just before serving.
Perfect For Every Occasion
Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, bringing a tray to a potluck, or simply indulging in a weekend baking project, Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites are a surefire hit. They’re elegant enough for events, fun enough for kids, and easy enough to whip up on a whim.
Final Thoughts
Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites are proof that great things really do come in small packages. With just a few simple steps, you can transform a beloved classic into a modern mini treat that’s bursting with flavor.
Go ahead — make a batch. Just don’t expect them to last long!
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