Description
A delightful Coconut Cream Pie with a creamy coconut filling and flaky crust, perfect for summer gatherings or holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
- 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by pre-baking it according to package instructions and allow it to cool completely.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch until well combined.
- Gradually add the coconut milk to the saucepan, whisking continuously to prevent lumps, and place over medium heat.
- Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens and bubbles, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour a small amount of the hot coconut mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to temper them.
- Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining coconut mixture, stir in the vanilla extract, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until thick and creamy.
- Remove from heat and fold in the shredded coconut.
- Pour the coconut cream filling into the pre-baked pie crust, smoothing the top, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- Once set, spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the pie.
- Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the whipped cream for garnish.
- Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the creamy tropical flavors.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for up to 3 days.
- For freezing, do so before adding whipped cream, wrapping tightly for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Coconut Cream Pie, Dessert, Summer Treat, Tropical Dessert