Coconut Cream Pie

Coconut cream pie is a classic American dessert that gained popularity in the early 20th century. It is known for its creamy coconut filling and flaky pie crust.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 155 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Coconut Cream Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 35 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Pie crust
• 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
• 3 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2.5 cup Milk
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoon Toasted coconut flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the pie crust, shredded coconut, and melted butter. Press the mixture into a pie dish.
3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
4. In a saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk and coconut milk.
5. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture.
7. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
9. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
10. Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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