Easy Boston Cream Pie Recipe

Summary

CuisineCourse
MethodDish

Ingredients

 1 (8-inch) round yellow layer cake
 Sugar1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (Filling:)
 Cornstarch2 Tablespoon (Filling:)
 Milk1 2/3 Cup (16 tbs) (Filling:)
 Egg1 , beaten (Filling:)
 Vanilla3/4 Teaspoon (Filling:)
 1/4 teaspoon butter flavoring
 Whipping cream1 Cup (16 tbs), Whipped (Filling:)
 Unsweetened chocolate square2 (Glaze:)
 Butter2 Tablespoon (Glaze:)
 Powdered sugar1/4 Cup (16 tbs), sifted (Glaze:)
 Vanilla1 1/4 Teaspoon (Glaze:)
 Hot water4 Tablespoon (Glaze:)

Directions

Prepare layer cake according to convection baking chart
Cool completely and cut into 2 thin layers.
In 2 quart casserole, combine sugar, cornstarch and milk.
Stir well with a wire whisk.
Microwave at HIGH (10) 5 to 7 minutes, until thickened, stirring every 2 minutes.
Add egg, vanilla and butter flavoring.
Cool completely.
Fold whipped cream into thickened mixture.
Spread filling between cake layers.
In 4 cup glass measure, combine chocolate and butter.
Microwave at HIGH (10) 1 to 2 minutes until chocolate is melted.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
Blend in hot water 1 tablespoon at a time until glaze is desired consistency.
Spread over top and sides of cake.
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