Best 2 Boston Creme Pie Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing delight of the Boston creme pie, a culinary masterpiece that has captivated taste buds for generations. This classic American dessert is a harmonious blend of velvety custard filling nestled between two layers of tender sponge cake, enveloped in a rich chocolate ganache. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embark on a delectable journey to recreate this iconic treat in the comfort of your own home. With careful guidance and a touch of culinary magic, you'll transform simple ingredients into an extraordinary dessert that will leave your family and friends in awe.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BOSTON CREME PIE MARTINI

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This is the smoothest, tastiest martini I know. All my friends request this one when we get together. And it's easy to remember the ingredients and measurements, even after you've had a few . . .

Provided by Jen K

Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger vanilla vodka
1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger chocolate liqueur
1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger Irish cream liqueur
1 cup crushed ice
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherry

Steps:

Combine vodka, chocolate liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, and crushed ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously to chill. Pour into a martini glass, garnish with a maraschino cherry, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.9 calories, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 12.1 mg, Sugar 39.2 g

BOSTON CREME PIE

Boston Creme Pie image

Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 box yellow cake mix
2 cups milk
1/2 cup white sugar
1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise
6 egg yolks
4 tablespoons instant flour (recommended: Wondra)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

Bake 2 cakes according to package instructions in a 3-inch deep cake pan. Once baked, remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, take a long serrated knife and slice each cake in half to form 4 separate disks.
Pour the milk, 1/4 cup sugar and the vanilla bean in a saucepan over medium heat. Combine the egg yolks and the remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl and whisk until light in color. Add the flour, vanilla extract and the salt to the egg yolks and mix to combine. When the milk just begins to boil, remove from heat. Very slowly temper the hot milk into the yolk mixture, stirring constantly. When about half of the milk has been added, pour all of the yolk mixture into the saucepan over medium heat. Using a whisk, mix as it heats, making sure to reach all of the corners of the pan when stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil. Let it boil for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. The mixture will be thick. Remove from heat and add the butter. Strain the pastry cream through a fine strainer. Put it into a bowl and cover directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming on the cream. Refrigerate to chill for at least 1 hour before using.
In a small saucepan, over low heat bring the cream to a boil. Add the chocolate to a small bowl and pour in the hot cream. Stir until smooth, then allow to cool slightly.
Pie:
Spread cooled pastry cream on the top of 3 of the cake layers. Put each disk of cake on top of each other, leaving the last cake disk untouched. Press the cake firmly. Put the cake on a wire rack with a sheet tray underneath. Pour the slightly cooled ganache on top of the cake being sure the ganache covers the whole cake. Allow to cool in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Put any remaining pastry cream in a piping bag with a star tip and use to decorate the top. Slice the cake and serve.

Tips:

Choose the right pan: Use a 9-inch springform pan for the cake layer and a 9-inch pie plate for the custard filling.
Make sure the ingredients are at room temperature: This will help the cake batter and custard filling to mix together smoothly.
Don't overmix the cake batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
Let the cake cool completely before assembling the pie: This will help prevent the cake from falling apart.
Make the custard filling ahead of time: The custard filling needs to chill for at least 4 hours, so it's best to make it the day before you assemble the pie.
Use a pastry bag to fill the cream puffs: This will help you to create evenly shaped cream puffs.
Bake the cream puffs until they are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
Let the cream puffs cool completely before filling them: This will help prevent the filling from leaking out.
Use a sharp knife to slice the cake: This will help prevent the cake from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Boston cream pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate ganache, creamy custard filling, and fluffy cake layers, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give Boston cream pie a try. You won't be disappointed!