So why is Boston Cream Pie called ‘pie’ when it’s really a cake? Well, it dates back to a time when pies and cakes were baked in the same kind of pan and the words were used interchangeably. Our version certainly can’t claim that kind of history, but whatever you want to call it, you can be assured that it’s seriously good eatin’.

Ingredients

1 box yellow cake mix, plus ingredients called for on package

2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding

4 cups milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

12 oz bag chocolate chips

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

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