Coconut Cream Pie

Coconut cream pie is a classic American dessert that became popular in the early 20th century. It is known for its rich and creamy coconut filling topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 165 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Coconut Cream Pie

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 45 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Pie Crust
• 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2.5 cup Whole Milk
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 3 large Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
• 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 1 tablespoon of sugar. Press the mixture into a 9-inch 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, remaining sugar, salt, milk, and coconut milk.
5. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
7. Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens further.
8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and 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. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 5g10%

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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.