BOSTON CREAM PIE COOKIES

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I sandwich vanilla custard between tender, cake-like cookies. With their shiny chocolate glaze, these bite-size cookies remind me of Boston cream pie. -Evangeline Bradford, Erlanger, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 24

6 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup 2% milk
6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 large egg yolk, beaten, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
COOKIES:
9 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
1 large egg, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons cake flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk
GLAZE:
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
4 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in milk and cream until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. , Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla. Cool for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a small bowl. Press waxed paper onto surface of custard. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, egg, vanilla and lemon zest. Combine the cake flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk and mix well. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until firm to the touch. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., Spread custard over the bottoms of half of the cookies; top with remaining cookies., For glaze, place chocolate and butter in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate and butter; whisk until smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar. Spread over cookies; let dry completely. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Adeoti Anuoluwapo
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These cookies were delicious! The filling was creamy and the cookies were soft and chewy. I will definitely be making them again.


Futhi Mahlalela
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect cookie for any occasion.


Nadia Sajid
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They said they were the best cookies they've ever had.


Jeff Remmick
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and perfect for any party.


Fiza Baloch
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These cookies were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add a little more butter next time.


Mina Reshmi
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect cookie for any occasion.


Sk ahsik Molla
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These cookies were delicious! The filling was creamy and the cookies were soft and chewy. I will definitely be making them again.


Rewan Cresta Official
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I made these cookies for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge hit! The kids loved them and they were easy to make. I will definitely be making them again.


Georg Alfried
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best cookies he's ever had.


Snappy Family
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. The cookies are easy to make and they always turn out great. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.


Sabrina
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These cookies were okay, but not great. The flavor was a bit bland and the texture was a bit dry. I wouldn't make them again.


Shoan Rahaman
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


Semanto Islam
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These cookies were a bit of a disappointment. The filling was too runny and the cookies were too dry. I won't be making these again.


Sardar Aqeel
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I've made these cookies several times now and they are always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and creamy. I highly recommend them.


Md Subhan
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These cookies were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They were easy to make and they turned out great.


NONSTOP SHOP & SMCL TELICOM
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I love Boston cream pie, so I was excited to try these cookies. They did not disappoint! The cookies were soft and chewy, and the filling was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


ThatGirl Horizon
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These cookies were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.