Bavarian cream and Boston cream are both creamy custards with a similar look. What makes them different, and what are the best uses for each one?

Boston cream pie is a misunderstood dessert — it is not actually a pie at all. Rather, it is a buttery, soft cake sandwiched with a layer of sweet vanilla custard and topped with shiny chocolate ...

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The Boston cream pie. In celebration of Boston’s tastiest desserts (including but not limited to the cream pie), I’m listing out some of the best places to feast on the city’s most unique desserts. It ...