No Bake Boston Cream Pie Bars

Creamy vanilla custard atop a buttery graham cracker crust, finished with a glossy chocolate ganache—an easy no-bake dessert that looks impressive with minimal effort.

| By Tyla

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Total

25 min

Servings

12 bars

Ingredients


Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press evenly into a 9x13-inch pan lined with parchment paper. Chill in the fridge while making the filling.

  2. 2

    Make the custard: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar and cornstarch. Gradually whisk in milk over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles.

  3. 3

    Temper the yolks: In a small bowl, lightly beat egg yolks. Slowly whisk in a few spoonfuls of the hot milk mixture to temper the yolks, then return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until very thick. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Pour custard over the chilled crust. Smooth the top and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

  4. 4

    Make the ganache: Heat cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour over chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Pour over the set custard and spread evenly. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

  5. 5

    Slice and serve: Use a sharp knife to cut into bars. Wipe the knife clean between cuts for neat edges.


Nutrition (per serving)

290 kcal

Calories