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Boston cream pie cookies with creamy filling and chocolate ganache topping

Boston Cream Pie Cookies

Boston Cream Pie Cookies are a simple twist on the classic dessert, combining soft vanilla cookies, creamy filling, and rich chocolate ganache. This easy, beginner-friendly recipe delivers bakery-style results without complicated steps.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • spoon or cookie scoop

Method
 

  1. Cream butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, then mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  2. Scoop dough onto a baking sheet and slightly flatten each portion.
  3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers remain soft. Let cool completely.
  4. In a saucepan, whisk milk, sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat, add vanilla, and let cool.
  5. Heat heavy cream and pour over chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth ganache forms.
  6. Spoon cream onto one cookie, top with another (or leave open-faced), then add chocolate ganache on top.
  7. Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving to allow layers to set properly.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies soft. Let cookies cool completely before adding filling to avoid melting. Chill assembled cookies for 15–20 minutes for best texture. You can use pudding instead of pastry cream for a quicker version. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.