Description
Coconut Cream Pie is a delightful dessert that transports you to a tropical paradise with each creamy, coconut-infused bite. This classic treat features a buttery crust filled with a luscious coconut custard and topped with a generous layer of fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for any gathering or as a sweet indulgence at home, this pie promises to impress family and friends alike, leaving everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut (toasted optional)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your pie crust by placing it in a dish and poking holes in the bottom to prevent bubbling. Blind bake for 10-12 minutes until golden, then let cool.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, salt, whole milk, and coconut milk until smooth. Stir constantly until it thickens (about 5 minutes).
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Gradually mix in half of the hot mixture into the yolks to temper them, then return everything to the saucepan and cook on low heat until bubbly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and shredded coconut. Pour this mixture into the cooled pie crust and cover with plastic wrap. Chill in the fridge for at least four hours.
- When ready to serve, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe over the chilled pie.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 131mg
Keywords: For an extra rich filling, replace some coconut milk with heavy cream. Add a splash of rum or almond extract for an adult twist! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.