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.

Md sohan King
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These cookies are a little bit of work, but they are definitely worth it. They are so delicious.


Desmond Cane
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are now my favorite!


Mell Beasha
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These cookies are a great way to show your friends and family how much you care. They are always a hit.


Qaribur Rehman Alizai
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I made these cookies for my friends and they all loved them. They said they were the best cookies they'd ever had.


Gajanan Gajanan
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These cookies are the perfect size for a quick snack or dessert. I love that I can just grab one and go.


Jetzari Quintana
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. They are my go-to cookie recipe.


Hizar Ali
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These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. We love making them together.


Tavite Tonga
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I'm always looking for new cookie recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. I will be making these cookies again and again.


Matloub Prince
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover pastry cream. I always have some on hand, so I can make these cookies anytime.


nafiz nafiz
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I'm not a huge fan of Boston cream pie, but these cookies changed my mind. They are so delicious.


Marty Walker
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These cookies are a little bit of heaven. I can't get enough of them.


virginia derboven
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I've tried many Boston cream pie cookie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are so soft and fluffy.


Huzaifa Shaikh
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These cookies are always a crowd-pleaser. I make them for every party and potluck.


Mazen Mohamed
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I love how easy these cookies are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time.


Ahmad Safi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfectly. They were so moist and flavorful.


X-ray- Boy
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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and chewy. I highly recommend them!


M Airtza
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Dominic Carroll
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These cookies were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again.