Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites are a fun and delicious twist on the classic dessert. With soft cookie bases, creamy vanilla filling, and a rich chocolate glaze, each bite captures the full flavor of Boston cream pie — but in a quick, no-fuss format. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a simple sweet treat, these bites are guaranteed to impress without keeping you in the kitchen for hours.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
For the cookie base:
- 1 roll (16.5 oz) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
- Nonstick spray or mini muffin liners
For the filling:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
For the chocolate glaze:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a mini muffin tin with nonstick spray.
- Slice cookie dough into 24 equal pieces. Roll each into a ball and place into the muffin tin.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Immediately press the center of each cookie with a spoon to form a cup. Cool completely.
- In a bowl, whisk together pudding mix and cold milk for 1–2 minutes. Let thicken, then fold in heavy cream until smooth.
- Spoon or pipe the pudding filling into each cooled cookie cup.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips, cream, and butter in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Spoon a small amount of chocolate glaze over each filled cookie.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Servings and Timing
- Servings: Makes 24 cookie bites
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Chill Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: About 45 minutes
Variations
- Use homemade cookie dough instead of store-bought
- Try chocolate pudding instead of vanilla for a twist
- Add a touch of espresso to the chocolate glaze for richness
- Sprinkle chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips on top
- Make in standard muffin tins for larger portions
Storage and Reheating
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Best served chilled
- Do not freeze once assembled (pudding texture may change)
- Cookie cups can be made ahead and frozen before filling
FAQs
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare and chill them up to a day in advance — just keep them covered.
Do I have to use refrigerated cookie dough?
No, homemade sugar cookie dough works great too!
Can I use whipped topping instead of cream in the filling?
Yes, whipped topping can be folded in for a lighter texture.
Do they need to stay chilled?
Yes, especially with the cream filling — store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Conclusion
Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites bring the flavor of a classic dessert into a fun, mini treat. With layers of soft cookie, creamy vanilla, and rich chocolate, every bite is indulgent without being complicated. These are the perfect make-ahead sweets for parties, potlucks, or whenever your sweet tooth strikes. Simple, crowd-pleasing, and totally delicious!
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