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Boston Cream Pie Cookies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dessert Recipe

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Boston Cream Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic Boston Cream Pie dessert, featuring soft, buttery cookies sandwiched with a rich whipped cream filling and coated with a smooth chocolate glaze. These cookies combine the flavors of vanilla, cream, and chocolate in a perfect bite-sized treat, ideal for parties, celebrations, or anytime you crave a delicious dessert with a nostalgic touch.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Cream Filling

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Glaze

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
  4. Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the dough, making it easier to handle and bake.
  5. Prepare Cream Filling: In a medium bowl, pour the heavy cream and add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer, whip the cream until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to overwhip to prevent the cream from turning grainy.
  6. Refrigerate Filling: Set the whipped cream filling aside in the refrigerator to keep it cool and firm until assembly.
  7. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper for even baking and easy cleanup.
  8. Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading.
  9. Bake Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, which ensures a soft texture.
  10. Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing breakage during handling.
  11. Melt Chocolate Glaze: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth, about 1-2 minutes total.
  12. Cool Chocolate Slightly: Let the melted chocolate cool slightly before glazing to avoid melting the whipped cream filling during assembly.
  13. Assemble Cookies: Take one cookie and place a generous dollop of the whipped cream filling on the flat side.
  14. Create Sandwich: Top with another cookie, flat side down, to create a sandwich. Gently press down to spread the filling evenly to the edges.
  15. Repeat Assembly: Repeat with remaining cookies and cream filling until all sandwiches are assembled.
  16. Glaze Cookies: Drizzle or dip the assembled cookies in the melted chocolate glaze, allowing any excess to drip off for a neat finish.
  17. Set Chocolate: Place the glazed cookies on a wire rack to allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the dough before baking to prevent excessive spreading.
  • Whip the cream just until stiff peaks form to maintain a smooth texture for the filling.
  • Use good quality semi-sweet chocolate for a rich glaze.
  • You can store assembled cookies in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to keep the cream fresh.
  • If you prefer, use a piping bag to apply the cream filling for a cleaner look.
  • Make sure the cookies are completely cooled before assembling to prevent melting the cream filling.

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