Best 8 All Chocolate Boston Cream Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with our All-Chocolate Boston Cream Pie, a symphony of rich chocolate flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This decadent dessert combines a moist chocolate cake base, a luscious chocolate pastry cream filling, and a velvety chocolate ganache topping, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

For the chocolate cake base, we've crafted a moist and tender crumb, using a combination of all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. This combination ensures a dense yet fluffy cake that provides the perfect foundation for the indulgent filling.

The chocolate pastry cream, the heart of this pie, is a symphony of creamy, rich, and velvety textures. We start with a base of milk, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla extract, whisked together until smooth. Then, we temper eggs with a small amount of the hot mixture before whisking them into the saucepan. The mixture is cooked over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Finally, we stir in butter and vanilla extract for added flavor and richness.

To complete this masterpiece, we've created a luscious chocolate ganache topping. This decadent mixture is made by combining semisweet chocolate and heavy cream, melted together until smooth and glossy. The ganache is then poured over the cooled pie, creating a shiny and irresistible finish.

Our All-Chocolate Boston Cream Pie is a labor of love, but the result is worth every moment. Each bite is a journey through a chocolate lover's paradise, from the moist cake base to the creamy filling and the velvety ganache topping. This pie is perfect for special occasions or as a delightful treat to enjoy with friends and family.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BOSTON CREAM PIE I



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A rich creamy dessert also known as Boston Cream Cake. It is a wonderful combination of yellow cake, custard and chocolate glaze.

Provided by Nancy D.

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Yellow Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

6 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk
½ cup light cream
½ cup milk
¼ cup white sugar
1 pinch salt
4 teaspoons cornstarch
2 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup light cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch round cake pans. Sift the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking powder and salt together and set aside.
  • In a deep bowl cream 6 tablespoons of the butter with 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the 2 eggs, one at a time, then beat in the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add the flour mixture alternately with the 1/2 cup of the milk in 3 additions, Beating the batter smooth after each addition. Divide the batter between the 2 prepared pans.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until cakes begin to shrink away from the sides of the pans and centers spring back when lightly touched. Turn the cakes onto wire racks to cool.
  • To Make The Filling: Combine the 1/2 cup light cream with 1/4 cup of the milk and cook over medium heat until bubbles begin to form around the edge of the pan. Immediately add 1/4 cup of the sugar and the salt, stirring until dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of the milk with the cornstarch and whisk to remove lumps. Whisk in the 2 eggs. Add the hot cream mixture in a thin stream, whisking constantly. Return to the mixture to the saucepan, bring to a boil, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens and is smooth (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • To Make The Chocolate Frosting: In a heavy saucepan over low heat, stir the chocolate pieces and 2 tablespoons butter until they are completely melted. Remove from the heat and, stirring constantly, add the 1/4 cup light cream in a thin steady stream. When mixture is smooth, stir in the confectioners' sugar and beat vigorously. Stir in the 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.
  • To Assemble Cake: Spread the cooled filling over one the cooled cakes and place the second cake on top. Pour the chocolate frosting evenly over the top allowing it to spill down the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 93.9 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 222.5 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

TRIPLE CHOCOLATE BOSTON CREAM PIE



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This triple chocolate Boston cream pie starts with a fudgy chocolate cake that tastes even better the next day. It's filled with a luscious chocolate custard and topped with shiny chocolate ganache. Traditional Boston cream pie may be the official state dessert of Massachusetts, but this chocolate twist has become the official dessert of my apartment.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the pan
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup warm coffee
1 1/2 ounces chopped bittersweet chocolate
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch kosher salt
2 large egg yolks
1 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
1/3 cup chopped bittersweet chocolate
1/4 cup heavy cream
Pinch kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8-by-2-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter and eggs. Alternate whisking the flour mixture and the buttermilk and coffee into the sugar and egg mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, about 40 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool for 20 minutes, then flip the cake out onto the rack to cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • For the custard: Put the chocolate and butter in a medium bowl and set a fine-mesh sieve over it. In another medium bowl, whisk the sugar, cornstarch, salt and egg yolks together until smooth.
  • Bring the milk and the cocoa powder to a simmer in a small pot. While whisking, add about 1/4 cup of the hot milk mixture to the yolk mixture. Repeat this process until the two are completely combined. Return the mixture to the pot and heat over medium while stirring constantly. Bring the custard to a boil and cook, whisking constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Immediately pour the custard through the sieve into the bowl with the chocolate. After the butter and chocolate have melted, whisk until smooth. Cover with a piece of plastic wrap, making sure the plastic touches the surface of the custard, and chill until completely cold, about 1 hour.
  • For the glaze: Put the chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Bring the cream to a boil in a small saucepan and pour it over the chocolate. Let the mixture stand until smooth and then whisk it to combine. Whisk in the salt. Chill the glaze, stirring occasionally, until it is thick enough to spread over the top of the cake, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • To assemble the cake, cut it in half crosswise. Spread the chocolate custard evenly over the bottom half, and replace the top half. Spread the glaze evenly over the top.

ALL CHOCOLATE BOSTON CREAM PIE



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This cake is an absolute chocolate-lover's dream! The glaze must be a little warm when poured over the cooled cakes or the glaze will not set properly, place in the refrigerator as soon as possible to harden the glaze --- one box of Duncan Hines deviled food chocolate cake mix may be used instead and baked in two 8-inch round pans, I previously baked the cakes in 9-inch pans and found they were too flat, so I suggest 8-inch pans for the boxed cake mix :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pie

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup water
1/4 cup sifted unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 (3 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1 1/4 cups half-and-half cream or 1 1/4 cups full-fat milk
1 (8 ounce) container cool whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
6 tablespoons 18% table cream or 6 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Grease two (9-inch) round cake pans, then line bottoms with parchment paper, then grease the paper lightly.
  • For the cake; in a large bowl combine the flour and sugar; set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan combine butter, water and cocoa powder; heat just to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture over the flour mixture; whisk to combine completely.
  • Whisk in the eggs, buttermilk, baking soda and vanilla until combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans.
  • Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cakes test done with a toothpick inserted in the center.
  • Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • For the filling; In a bowl combine the instant pudding mix and half and half cream or full-fat milk; beat with an electric mixer on high speed until thickened (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Add in the thawed Cool Whip topping and beat on low speed for about 2 minutes or until thoroughly combined; chill until set (about 6-8 minutes).
  • For the glaze; heat butter, sifted cocoa powder and 6 tablespoons 18% cream in a heavy-bottomed saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium heat; remove from heat and slowly add in the vanilla and confectioners sugar whisking until smooth (if you add in the confectioners sugar in to fast it will become lumpy).
  • Place 1 cake round upside down onto a cake platter or large plate.
  • Top with the chocolate pudding mixture (there will be lots of the pudding mixture, which is is good thing, cause that's the best part lol!).
  • Place the second layer over the top of the pudding mixture.
  • Allow the glaze to cool just slightly until a thick pourable texture is achieved.
  • Slowly pour the glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to run down the sides.
  • Place in the refrigerator to chill for a minimum of 4 hours before slicing and serving.

CHEF JOHN'S BOSTON CREAM PIE



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This is my quick and easy version of Boston's Parker House Hotel's famous cake.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Dark Chocolate

Time 5h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

cooking spray
1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
3 eggs
1 ¼ cups water
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 tablespoons cornstarch
6 tablespoons white sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
½ tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, or to taste
1 pinch salt
4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon butter
½ cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray 2 (8-inch) cake pans with cooking spray.
  • Stir yellow cake mix, 3 eggs, water, and vegetable oil in a bowl until moistened. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  • Divide cake batter between the two prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cakes have risen and are lightly golden brown, 33 to 38 minutes. Check for doneness after 25 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes should come out clean. Allow cakes to cool for about 10 minutes before removing from the pans. Cool cakes completely, about 40 minutes.
  • Whisk 3 eggs, cornstarch, and sugar in a large bowl until well mixed and lemon colored, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whole milk, and 1/2 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to boil.
  • Reduce heat to low; pour egg mixture into cream mixture and whisk until thick, about 1 minute.
  • Pour egg and cream mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl; discard any chunks.
  • Whisk vanilla and salt into the egg and cream mixture until combined. Cover with a layer of plastic wrap pressed against the surface. Chill in refrigerator to form a pastry cream texture, 3 to 4 hours.
  • Place chocolate in a large bowl. Heat 1 teaspoon butter and 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream in a saucepan over medium heat until butter is melted. Pour cream mixture over chocolate and whisk until smooth. Set aside until cooled, but still pourable, about 20 minutes.
  • Place one cake layer on a plate, flat side up. Spread pastry cream to within 1-inch of the edge of cake. Place second cake layer on top, rounded side up. Press gently to push pastry cream to the edge. Pour chocolate mixture over top of the cake and spread so it drips over the edge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 694.7 calories, Carbohydrate 72.4 g, Cholesterol 198.7 mg, Fat 41 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 514.2 mg, Sugar 45.5 g

BOSTON CREAM PIE



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Boston cream pie is a heavenly combination of light buttery layer cake, creamy vanilla custard and rich chocolate icing. Master this classic cake-the "pie" title is a holdover from a time when cakes and pies were typically baked in the same type of pan-and you'll always have a showstopping dessert for birthdays and other special celebrations. Passionate bakers will no doubt enjoy the challenge of making each component from scratch, from the cake to the custard and the icing. And because it's kitchen-tested, it really is possible to pull off this luscious dessert on the first try.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour or 1 1/2 cups cake flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup butter, room temperature
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
3 to 4 tablespoons water
1 cup powdered sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Place an egg separator over a small bowl. Crack open 1 egg over the egg separator to seperate the yolk from the white; then separate the other egg. (Save the whites for another recipe.) In a small bowl, place the yolks. Beat the egg yolks with a fork or wire whisk until mixed. Stir in 1 1/2 cups milk; set aside.
  • In a 2-quart saucepan, stir 1/3 cup granulated sugar, the cornstarch and 1/8 teaspoon salt until mixed. Gradually stir egg mixture into sugar mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla. Press plastic wrap on surface of filling to prevent a tough layer from forming on top. Refrigerate at least 2 hours until set but no longer than 24 hours. While filling is chilling, continue with recipe.
  • Heat the oven to 350°F. Spray just the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan with baking spray with flour.
  • In a large bowl, beat all cake ingredients with an electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, stopping frequently to scrape batter from side and bottom of bowl with a rubber spatula. Beat on high speed 3 minutes, stopping occasionally to scrape bowl. Pour batter into the pan; use a rubber spatula to scrape batter from bowl, spread batter evenly in pan and smooth top of batter.
  • Bake about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan on a cooling rack 20 minutes, then remove onto cooling rack to finish cooling completely, about 1 hour.
  • In a 1-quart saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter and the chocolate over low heat, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, in 1-cup glass measuring cup, microwave the water uncovered on High 15 to 30 seconds or until hot. Remove chocolate mixture from heat. Stir in the powdered sugar and 3/4 teaspoon vanilla. Stir in 3 tablespoons hot water. Stir in additional water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until icing is smooth and thin enough to spread.
  • To split cake horizontally in half, mark middle points around side of cake with toothpicks. Using toothpicks as a guide, cut through the cake with a long, sharp knife, using a back-and-forth motion. On a serving plate, place bottom layer with the cut side up. Spread filling over bottom layer. Top with top of cake, cut side down.
  • Spread glaze over top of cake, using a metal spatula or back of a spoon, letting some glaze drizzle down side of cake. Refrigerate uncovered until serving. Store any remaining cake covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 52 g, TransFat 1/2 g

BOSTON CREAM PIE



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An American classic, Boston cream pie isn't a pie at all. Its base is an old-fashioned hot milk cake, a downy-soft, buttery yellow cake. How you whip the eggs and the sugar is critical, as the tiny air bubbles they produce add lift to the finished product. This traditional version is best the day it's made, but will hold up in the fridge for a couple of days. You may just notice a slight change in texture. Slathered with homemade vanilla custard and a chocolate glaze, it hits all the right notes, but it would be just as lovely served with in-season berries or layered with chocolate or coffee custard instead of vanilla. Make it as is, or go rogue. Either way, it's sure to please.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 large egg yolks
1/2 cup/100 grams granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch kosher salt
1 cup/240 milliliters whole milk
1/4 cup/60 milliliters heavy cream
1 tablespoon/14 grams unsalted butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
8 tablespoons/114 grams (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for the pan
1 3/4 cups/224 grams all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup/180 milliliters whole milk
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup/200 grams granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup/60 milliliters heavy cream
4 ounces/113 grams semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon neutral oil, such as safflower
Pinch kosher salt

Steps:

  • Make the custard: In a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until well combined. Whisk in cornstarch and salt. In a slow, steady stream, whisk in milk and then the cream. Add butter. Cook mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, just until it starts to thicken. Immediately whisk mixture until smooth, then continue to cook and stir custard until it has come to a very low boil for 2 minutes, about 6 to 8 minutes total. Strain custard through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl, pushing it through with a small spatula. Stir in vanilla. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing the plastic directly onto the surface. Chill for at least 3 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • Prepare the cake: Heat oven to 325 degrees. Butter a 9-by-2-inch round baking pan, generously greasing the sides, and line it with parchment paper. Butter parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
  • In a small saucepan, bring the milk and butter to a simmer over medium heat. When the butter is melted, remove pan from heat. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar with an electric mixer until pale and thick, about 4 to 6 minutes. With the mixer running on low, add the milk mixture and beat until combined. Then add flour mixture and vanilla and beat until combined.
  • Transfer batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Transfer to a rack and let cool 10 minutes. With a very thin knife, cut around the edge to release the cake from the side of the pan. Carefully flip the cake onto the rack, then turn it right-side-up to cool completely.
  • Assemble the cake: Using a serrated knife, carefully cut the cake into two layers and place the bottom layer on a serving plate. Stir custard, and spread it onto the cut side of the bottom half. Replace the top half of the cake, cut side down.
  • Prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan over medium-low, heat the cream to a simmer. Remove the pot from the heat and pour cream over the chocolate chips, oil, salt and let stand for 3 minutes. Whisk until smooth. Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 461, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 279 milligrams, Sugar 39 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ALL-CHOCOLATE BOSTON CREAM PIE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by moddie2bert

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup Hershey's Cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup milk
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Filling (recipe follows)
Satiny Chocolate Glaze (recipe follows)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan. Stir together flour, sugar, cocoa and baking soda in large bowl. Add butter, milk, egg and vanilla. Beat with mixer on low until all ingredients are moistened. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely. Prepare Chocolate Filling. Cut cake into two thin layers. Place one layer on serving plate; spread filling over layer. Top with remaining layer. Prepare Satiny Chocolate Glaze. Pour onto top of cake, allowing some to drizzle down sides. Refrigerate until serving time. Chocolate Filling: Stir together ½ cup sugar, ¼ cup Hershey's Cocoa and 2 tablespoons cornstarch in medium saucepan. Gradually stir in 1½ cups light cream; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and begins to boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Press plastic wrap directly onto surface. Cool completely. Satiny Chocolate Glaze: In small saucepan heat 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon corn syrup to boiling. Remove from heat; immediately stir in 2 tablespoons Hershey's Cocoa. With whisk, gradually beat in ¾ cup powdered sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth; cool slightly.

ALL-CHOCOLATE BOSTON CREAM PIE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by mnhenselen

Number Of Ingredients 22

CHOCOLATE FILLING:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1 cup milk
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 cups light cream
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
SATINY CHOCOLATE GLAZE:
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 tablespoon corn syrup
2 tablespoons HERSHEY'S Cocoa
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour one 9-inch round baking pan. Stir together flour, sugar, cocoa and baking soda in large bowl. Add butter, milk, egg and vanilla. Beat on low speed of mixer until all ingredients are moistened. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely. Prepare CHOCOLATE FILLING. Cut cake into two thin layers. Place one layer on serving plate; spread filling over layer. Top with remaining layer. Prepare SATINY CHOCOLATE GLAZE. Pour onto top of cake, allowing some to drizzle down sides. Refrigerate until serving time. Cover; refrigerate leftover cake. CHOCOLATE FILLING: Stir together sugar, cocoa and cornstarch in medium saucepan; gradually stir in light cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and begins to boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla. Press plastic wrap directly onto surface. Cool completely. SATINY CHOCOLATE GLAZE: Heat water, butter and corn syrup in small saucepan to boiling. Remove from heat; immediately stir in cocoa. With whisk, gradually beat in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; cool slightly.

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect fudgy texture for the chocolate cake layers, cream butter and sugar thoroughly until light and fluffy. This incorporates air into the batter, resulting in a tender and moist cake.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder to ensure a rich and decadent chocolate flavor. Look for cocoa powder that is labeled "natural" or "unsweetened" to avoid added sugars or artificial ingredients.
  • For a glossy and smooth ganache, use a combination of heavy cream and chocolate. The high fat content in heavy cream helps to create a rich and creamy ganache that sets up beautifully.
  • When making the pastry cream, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until they are thick and pale yellow. This will help to prevent the pastry cream from curdling when the hot milk is added.
  • To ensure even baking, use two round cake pans of the same size. This will help the cakes to rise evenly and prevent one layer from being thicker than the other.

Conclusion:

This All-Chocolate Boston Cream Pie is a true indulgence for chocolate lovers. With its fudgy chocolate cake layers, rich and creamy chocolate ganache, and velvety pastry cream filling, this pie is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this pie is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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