Coconut Cream Pie Recipe

 

Classic Coconut Cream Pie

A rich, creamy coconut filling inside a flaky crust, topped with fluffy whipped cream and toasted coconut!

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

• 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• ¼ cup (60ml) ice water

For the Coconut Cream Filling:

• 2 cups (480ml) whole milk
• 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk (canned, full fat)
• ¾ cup (150g) sugar
• ¼ cup (30g) cornstarch
• 4 large egg yolks
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 ½ cups (120g) sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Whipped Topping:

• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup toasted coconut (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Make the Pie Crust:

1. In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
2. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together.
3. Roll out, fit into a 9-inch pie dish, and trim the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork.
4. Blind bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, until golden. Let cool.

2. Prepare the Coconut Cream Filling:

1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, coconut milk, sugar, and cornstarch over medium heat. Stir constantly.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly add ½ cup of the warm milk mixture to temper them.
3. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook, stirring until thick and bubbly (about 3-5 minutes).
4. Remove from heat, stir in butter, shredded coconut, and vanilla.
5. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust. Smooth the top and chill for at least 4 hours.

3. Make the Whipped Topping:

1. Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
2. Spread or pipe over the chilled pie.

4. Garnish & Serve:

• Sprinkle with toasted coconut for extra crunch!
• Slice and enjoy your homemade Coconut Cream Pie!

Tips:

✔ Toast the coconut: Bake shredded coconut at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes until golden.
✔ Use coconut extract for a stronger coconut flavor.
✔ Swap graham cracker crust for a shortcut version!

Would you like a no-bake version or a chocolate twist?