What are Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites?

Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites are a mini Boston cream pie recipe that transforms the classic dessert into bite-sized pie cookie cups filled with creamy custard and topped with chocolate. These old-fashioned Boston cream pie cookies are quick and easy to make, perfect for parties, weeknights, or holiday gatherings.

Can I make mini Boston cream pies ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the cookie cups and custard filling a day in advance. Store them separately and assemble the Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites just before serving for the freshest flavor.

Are there no-bake Boston cream pie cookie options?

Absolutely. You can make pie cookie cups using crushed cookies mixed with butter instead of baking. Then add the vanilla cream filling and chocolate topping for quick and easy Boston cream pie cookie bites.

Can I customize the chocolate topping?

Yes, you can use semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate to top your Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites. For Boston cream pie mini cupcakes or alternative pie cookie cups, the chocolate ganache can be flavored with coffee or a hint of liqueur for extra depth.

Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites – Quick Mini Dessert 2026

Name: Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 24 cookie bites
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup unsalted butter, softened; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup whole milk; 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix; ½ cup heavy whipping cream; ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; ½ cup heavy cream

Description

These Easy Boston Cream Pie Cookie Bites are a fun, bite-sized twist on the classic dessert. Made with soft cookie cups, creamy vanilla custard, and a glossy chocolate ganache topping, they’re perfect for parties, holidays, or when you want a quick and easy Boston cream pie–inspired treat without the fuss of a full cake.

Ingredients

Scale

🛒 Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookie bites):

For the Cookie Cups:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Vanilla Cream Filling:

1 cup whole milk
1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
½ cup heavy whipping cream

For the Chocolate Topping:

¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Make the Cookie Cups
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough into each muffin cup. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden.

Remove from oven and immediately press the center of each cookie with the back of a spoon to form a cup. Cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Cream Filling
In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix until thickened. In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the pudding mixture.

Pipe or spoon the vanilla cream into the cooled cookie cups.

Step 3: Make the Chocolate Topping
Heat heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.

Spoon a small amount of chocolate ganache over each filled cookie bite.

Step 4: Chill & Serve
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Serve chilled or slightly softened.

Notes

No-Bake Option: Use crushed vanilla cookies mixed with melted butter and press into muffin cups instead of baking.
Mini Cupcake Version: Use the same filling and topping for Boston cream pie mini cupcakes.
Make Ahead: Cookie cups can be baked a day ahead and stored airtight.
Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Chill Time:: 30 minutes
Cook Time: ~1 hour 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked / Chilled
Cuisine: American