Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites

Why Make This Recipe

Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites are a fun twist on the classic dessert. These little delights combine the rich flavors of vanilla and chocolate in a bite-sized treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you want something sweet for a party, a family gathering, or just a cozy night in, these cookie bites will surely please everyone. Plus, they are easy to make and full of deliciousness!

How to Make Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup vanilla pudding mix
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In another bowl, mix together the flour and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
5. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
6. Once cooled, prepare the filling by whisking together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth.
7. Cut a small hole in the center of each cookie to fill with pudding.
8. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler and drizzle over the filled cookies.
9. Let the chocolate set before serving.

How to Serve Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites

These cookie bites are best served fresh but can also be enjoyed at room temperature. You can arrange them on a nice plate for a dessert table, or serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. They are perfect for sharing with family and friends!

How to Store Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites

To keep your Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites fresh, store them in an airtight container. You can keep them at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them for about a week. Just make sure to let them come to room temperature before serving for the best taste.

Tips to Make Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites

• Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
• Don’t skip cooling the cookies completely before adding the pudding. This will prevent the filling from melting.
• Use a small piping bag or a plastic bag with one corner cut off to easily fill the cookies with pudding.

Variation

If you want to switch things up, you can try using chocolate pudding mix for the filling instead of vanilla. This chocolate version will add an extra layer of flavor!

FAQs

1. Can I make the cookie dough ahead of time?
   Yes, you can prepare the cookie dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.

2. Can I freeze these cookie bites?
   Yes, you can freeze the unfilled cookie bites. Just make sure they are completely cooled before placing them in a freezer-safe container.

3. How do I make the filling thicker?
   To make the pudding filling thicker, use less milk than stated in the recipe or let it set longer in the refrigerator before filling the cookies.

Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites

A fun twist on the classic dessert, these cookie bites combine rich vanilla and chocolate flavors in a bite-sized treat perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 27 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 24 pieces

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

  

Cookie Bites

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing.
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup vanilla pudding mix
• 1/2 cup milk Use less milk for a thicker filling.
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Melt for drizzling over cookies.

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
• Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
• In another bowl, mix together the flour and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
• Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.

Baking

• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Filling and Assembly

• Once cooled, prepare the filling by whisking together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth.
• Cut a small hole in the center of each cookie to fill with pudding.
• Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler and drizzle over the filled cookies.
• Let the chocolate set before serving.

Notes

These cookie bites are best served fresh but can also be enjoyed at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for about a week.

Keyword Boston Cream Pie, Chocolate, Cookie Bites, Dessert, Vanilla