Coconut Cream Meringue Pie

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Coconut Cream Meringue Pie is a classic American dessert that combines the rich flavors of coconut and creamy custard with a fluffy meringue topping.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 170 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 50 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 3600
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks.
  5. Gradually add the coconut mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
  6. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook for 2 more minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter.
  8. Pour the filling into the pie crust and set aside.
  9. In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  10. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  11. Spread the meringue over the filling, making sure to seal the edges.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown.
  13. Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g44%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 30g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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