Dessert

Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites Recipe

ByGabriel Langdon December 18, 2025December 18, 2025

Introduction

These Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites bring the nostalgic flavors of the classic dessert into a bite-sized treat. Soft cookies filled with creamy vanilla custard and topped with a rich chocolate drizzle make for a delightful and impressive dessert. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a special indulgence at home.

A close-up of small round cookies, each with three layers: the bottom and main layer is a soft, pale yellow dough with a cracked texture, the middle layer is a smooth, glossy light yellow creamy filling seen through a bitten cookie in front, and the top layer is dark, shiny chocolate drizzled thickly with a smooth texture, slightly dripping over the edges. The cookies are placed on a dark wooden board, with a white marbled surface faintly visible underneath around the edges. The focus is on the cookie with the bite taken out, showing the creamy filling inside. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup vanilla custard (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Step 6: Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 8: Once cooled, make an indentation in the center of each cookie using your thumb or the back of a measuring spoon.
Step 9: Fill each indentation with about a teaspoon of vanilla custard.
Step 10: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
Step 11: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the filled cookies. You can also dip them if you prefer an even coating.
Step 12: Allow the chocolate to set for about 10-15 minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use homemade vanilla custard for a fresher taste or substitute with pastry cream for a richer filling.
For a different flavor, try using milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to help cookies hold their shape better.

Storage

Store these cookie bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring them to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture. You can gently reheat slightly in the microwave to soften the chocolate, but avoid overheating to keep the custard intact.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a group of round cookies with a cracked, light golden surface, each topped with a thick, glossy layer of dark chocolate dripping slightly over the edges. One cookie in the front has a bite taken out, revealing a smooth, creamy pale yellow filling inside the soft, crumbly cookie base. The cookies are placed on a rustic dark wooden board resting on a white marbled texture surface. The focus is sharp on the front cookies, showing texture and shine clearly, while the background is softly blurred. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of custard?

Yes, you can use any smooth vanilla custard or pastry cream you like, whether store-bought or homemade. Just make sure it’s thick enough to hold inside the cookie without spilling.

How do I prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking?

Make sure your butter is softened but not melted, and avoid overmixing the dough. Chilling the dough before baking also helps maintain the cookie shape.