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Boston Cream Pie Stuffed Hawaiian Rolls

Boston Cream Pie Stuffed Hawaiian Rolls for Sweet Moments

Experience delightful Boston Cream Pie Stuffed Hawaiian Rolls, a whimsical twist on the classic dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rolls
  • 12 rolls Hawaiian Sweet Rolls Alternatively, homemade dinner rolls can work.
For the Pastry Cream
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Dairy-free milk can be used for a plant-based version.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 4 Egg Yolks
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Dairy-free butter can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Chocolate Glaze
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream Dairy-free cream can substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Light Corn Syrup Optional for glossiness.
Optional Garnishes
  • Powdered Sugar For added sweetness.
  • Whipped Cream Enhances creaminess.
  • Fresh Fruit Strawberries or raspberries.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • piping bag
  • Small saucepan
  • Wire rack
  • Baking sheet
  • serrated knife
  • Melon Baller

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pastry Cream: Heat 2 cups of whole milk over medium heat until steaming. Whisk together 4 egg yolks with 0.5 cup of sugar, temper with hot milk, then cook until thickened. Stir in butter and vanilla, then chill for 2 hours.
  2. Hollow Out the Rolls: Slice the tops off 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls and scoop out bread to create a cavity.
  3. Fill Rolls with Cream: Pipe chilled pastry cream into each roll until full, then option to place the tops back on.
  4. Make Chocolate Glaze: Warm 0.5 cup of heavy cream until warm, pour over 1 cup chocolate chips, whisk until smooth and combine with butter and corn syrup.
  5. Glaze Rolls: Dip or drizzle chocolate glaze over the filled rolls and let set for 15 minutes.
  6. Serve: Dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream and fresh fruit for a delightful presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, glaze rolls just before serving. Leftovers can be stored unglazed in the fridge.

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