Coconut Cream Pie
A delightful Coconut Cream Pie that combines silky custard, crunchy crust, and fluffy whipped cream for a nostalgic treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 180 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Combine milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened.
- Whisk in the egg yolks, then return to the heat and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sweetened shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and butter until well combined.
- Pour the coconut mixture into the pre-baked pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Cool the pie at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle additional shredded coconut before serving.
Notes
For the ultimate topping, whip your cream just before serving to keep it light and airy. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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