Boston Cream Pie Bites

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Boston Cream Pie Bites

Indulge in these delightful Boston Cream Pie Bites, where classic flavors meet bite-sized convenience! These mini treats are a tribute to the beloved Boston Cream Pie, featuring a fluffy vanilla cake that is perfectly filled with smooth, homemade custard and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for parties, dessert tables, or a sweet treat any time of the day, these bites are sure to impress your family and friends. With their rich history dating back to the 19th century, Boston Cream Pie was created at the Parker House Hotel in Boston and remains a favorite to this day.

Servings: 24

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour (1 cup)
  • Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Unsalted butter (1/2 cup (softened))
  • Granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
  • Egg (1 large)
  • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
  • Milk (1/4 cup)
  • Heavy cream (1 cup (for ganache))
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips (1 cup (for ganache))
  • Milk (1 cup (for custard filling))
  • Granulated sugar (1/3 cup (for custard filling))
  • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon (for custard filling))
  • Egg yolks (2 large (for custard filling))
  • Cornstarch (2 tablespoons (for custard filling))

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the mini cakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once the mini cakes are cooled, use a small knife to cut a small hole in the top of each cake.
  10. Prepare the custard filling by whisking together the milk, granulated sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  11. Fill each hole with the prepared custard filling.
  12. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream together in 30-second intervals, stirring until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  13. Dip the top of each filled cake into the chocolate ganache, allowing any excess to drip off.
  14. Place the coated cakes on a wire rack to set the ganache.
  15. Serve and enjoy these delicious Boston Cream Pie Bites!

Dietary Information

Servings: 24 • Dish Type: Dessert • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 150 • Fat: 8g • Carbs: 19g • Protein: 2g • Sodium: 100mg • Sugar: 10g