MINI BOSTON CREAM PIES

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I like mini desserts for several reasons, (1) they're cute, (2) just the right size -a couple of bites, and (3) I am not as tempted to eat more than I should. I make several smaller versions of everyday desserts: these Boston Cream Pies; Mini Cherry and Apple Pies, as well as Mini Whoopie Pies, Mini Cakes and Candies. I...

Provided by Pat Morris

Categories     Puddings

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (2-layer size) yellow cake mix
1 box (3.4 oz.) vanilla instant pudding mix
1 c cold milk
1/2 c cool whip topping, thawed
2/3 c heavy whipping cream, cold
1 c (6 oz) semi sweet chocolate chips
THIS GANACHE IS ALSO EXCELLENT AS A FILLING OR ICING FOR A CAKE.

Steps:

  • 1. HEAT oven to 350ºF.
  • 2. PREPARE cake batter and bake as directed on package for 24 cupcakes. Cool the mini cakes completely.
  • 3. BEAT pudding mix and milk (1 cup) with a whisk 2 min. Let stand 5 min.
  • 4. MEANWHILE, use serrated knife to cut cupcakes horizontally in half. Whisk 1/2 cup COOL WHIP into pudding;
  • 5. SPOON the pudding/custard mixture onto bottom halves of cupcakes, using about 1 Tbsp. for each. Cover with cupcake tops.
  • 6. HEAT whipping cream in a 1-quart saucepan,over low heat just to boiling. REMOVE from heat; stir in chocolate chips until melted.
  • 7. LET STAND about 15 minutes or until mixture coats a spoon.
  • 8. SPOON about 2 teaspoons chocolate Ganache onto each mini Boston Cream Pie top. This is a simple Ganache -there are more involved ones you can make; for these minis, this works great and is good! ENJOY!!
  • 9. NOTE: You can bake the mini cakes in paper cupcake liners and instead of cutting the cakes in half, you can cut out a small plug down from the middle top of the cake (don't go all the way to the bottom); remove the cut out section and pipe the pudding mixture down in the hole; replace the cut out piece of cake and then spoon on the ganache. Even though it won't look like a mini Boston Cream Pie (and you won't be able to get as much filling in it), it is just another way of making the little cakes.

Hassan jamali
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These pies are a little sweet for my taste, but they're still very good.


Abutlaha Abutlaha
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I've been making these pies for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of chocolate and custard.


brett sperling
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These pies are so delicious and elegant. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Elsie Swallows
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these pies without any problems. The recipe is very easy to follow.


Takesa Lamesha Goodwin
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I made these pies for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even my picky kids.


Viral Givenchy
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These pies are a little time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're perfect for a special occasion or a weekend treat.


Celeste Goodson
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I've tried a lot of different Boston cream pie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The pies are always light and fluffy, and the custard filling is to die for.


Ello
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I loved these pies. The custard filling is so rich and creamy, and the chocolate glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Masentle Puling
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These mini Boston cream pies are the perfect size for a party or a special occasion. They're also great for freezing, so you can always have them on hand.


Malik mubeen Mubeen rafique
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I love that this recipe uses a homemade custard filling. It's so much better than the store-bought stuff.


abubeker mekonen
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I've made these mini Boston cream pies several times now and they always turn out perfect. The recipe is easy to follow and the pies are always delicious.


Sidney davis
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These mini Boston cream pies were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.