Boston Cream Pie Recipe

Name: Boston Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 8 inch white cake layers; 1 cup milk; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; ¼ cup sugar; 1 egg; ½ teaspoon vanilla; 1 cup icing sugar; 2 tablespoons cocoa; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; 4 teaspoons water or 4 teaspoons milk

Servings: persons

2 8 inch white cake layers
1 cup milk
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla
1 cup icing sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 tablespoon butter, melted
4 teaspoons water or 4 teaspoons milk

1
Have cake layers ready.
2
For filling: Heat milk (or light cream can be used for a richer taste) in heavy saucepan over medium heat to boiling.
3
Measure flour and sugar into small bowl.
4
Stir thoroughly.
5
Stir in egg and vanilla.
6
Pour into milk, stirring while it boils and thickens.
7
Cool well.
8
Glaze: Beat all ingredients together adding a bir more liquid if necessary to make a barely pourable glaze.
9
To assemble, spread custard between cake layers.
10
Spread glaze over top only.
11
If you like, allow a bit to dribble over sides.
12
Serve with whipped cream if desired.
13
Chill at least 1 hour before serving.

312

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 8 inch white cake layers, 1 cup milk, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Boston Cream Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Boston Cream Pie

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