Description
This coconut cream pie is the ultimate dessert for coconut lovers! With a creamy, rich filling, a flaky crust, and a generous topping of whipped cream and toasted coconut, it’s the perfect indulgence for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 3 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- Pinch of salt
For the topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup toasted shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and shredded coconut. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking frequently, until the filling thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla and coconut extracts.
- Pour the filling into the cooled graham cracker crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
- Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can lightly toast the shredded coconut before using it for garnish.
- Make sure the pie is completely set before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 135mg