Coconut Cream Pie

A mouthwatering pie with flaky, buttery dough enveloping a luscious, creamy custard coconut filling. Tropical flavor shines thanks to coconut milk, toasted coconut flakes, and fresh whipped cream topping. This dessert literally melts in your mouth!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Chilling Time 4

Total Time 4 25

Servings

Calories 501kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

1 cup (75-80g) toasted coconut flakes
⅓ cup (53g) cornstarch
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
pinch salt
1 cup (237ml) coconut milk
2 cups (475ml) whole milk
5 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon (14g) butter
2 teaspoons (10ml) vanilla extract
1 9-inch deep pie shell, baked
1 cup (88g) store-bought whipped topping or homemade whipped cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃).
Spread the coconut on a baking sheet and bake it, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Bake, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes more.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cornstarch, sugar, salt, coconut milk, whole milk, and egg yolks and whisk until thoroughly combined over low heat. Whisk thoroughly to avoid clumping.
Bring to a boil and keep stirring for 2-3 minutes more. Stir in butter and mix thoroughly. Remove the saucepan from heat (the mixture should have thickened).
Stir in the vanilla extract and toasted coconut flakes (reserving a couple of tablespoons for decorating if desired), and pour the filling into the prebaked pie shell. Chill until firm, about 4 hours.
Top with whipped topping and sprinkle with the reserved coconut flakes.

Notes

Allow plenty of time for the custard to set. You don't want to rush this step. I usually let my coconut cream pie set overnight. That way, it doesn't splodge or get runny when you serve it.
Whether using a pre-made crust or making your own, make sure it's fully baked and cooled before adding the filling because nobody likes pie with a soggy bottom.
Skip the light stuff and go with full-fat coconut milk for a richer flavor and a creamier custard.
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on the products used.

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