Description
Indulge in a slice of paradise with this Scrumptious Coconut Cream Pie! This delightful dessert features a rich coconut filling, topped with airy whipped cream, all nestled in a buttery crust. With each bite, you’ll be transported to sun-kissed beaches, making it perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy nights. Easy to make yet impressive enough for guests, this pie is sure to become your new favorite treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Fit the pie crust into a pie pan and prick the bottom with a fork.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling completely.
- In a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, and shredded coconut over medium heat; stir until simmering.
- Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl. Slowly pour one cup of the hot mixture into the yolks while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.
- Return the tempered mixture to the saucepan and stir until thickened.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and let it cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread over chilled pie before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg