Description
Coconut Cream Pie is a delightful dessert that brings a taste of the tropics right to your table. With its creamy filling and sweet coconut flavor, this pie is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you enjoy it for special occasions or just because, each slice is a little piece of paradise!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Toast 1/2 cup of the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently. Set aside for topping.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Beat egg yolks in a small bowl. Temper the eggs by slowly adding about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture while whisking constantly.
- Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, butter, and the remaining 1 cup of shredded coconut.
- Pour filling into the pre-baked pie crust and smooth the top.
- Cover with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely set.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with the toasted coconut.
Notes
- For best results, refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can use a homemade or store-bought pie crust.
- For extra coconut flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of coconut extract along with the vanilla.
- Make sure to stir the custard constantly to prevent lumps or scorching.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 215mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg