Description
Silky smooth coconut cream pie brings tropical paradise right to your dessert plate. Creamy filling nestled in a buttery crust delivers pure indulgence you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 400 ml (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
- 300 ml whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 50 g (½ cup) sweetened shredded coconut
Sweeteners and Thickeners:
- 150 g (¾ cup) granulated sugar
- 60 g (¼ cup) cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers and Garnish:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 240 ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 g (¼ cup) toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Combine coconut milk, whole milk, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly blended without lumps.
- Position the saucepan over medium heat, engaging in continuous, vigorous whisking to prevent any ingredient from settling or burning at the bottom.
- Monitor the mixture closely as it gradually transforms, thickening and developing a glossy, pudding-like consistency with small bubbles emerging around the edges.
- Once the custard reaches a rich, velvety texture and coats the back of a spoon, immediately remove from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Introduce vanilla extract and shredded coconut, gently folding them into the warm custard to distribute evenly and infuse additional flavor throughout the mixture.
- Carefully transfer the fragrant custard into the pre-baked pie crust, using a silicone spatula to spread the filling smoothly and create an even surface.
- Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes before refrigerating, which will help the custard set and develop a firmer texture.
Notes
- Opt for full-fat coconut milk to ensure a rich, creamy texture that enhances the pie’s luxurious flavor profile.
- Continuously whisk the custard mixture to prevent lumps and achieve a silky-smooth consistency that glides across the palate.
- Toast shredded coconut before adding to the filling for an extra layer of depth and nutty complexity that elevates the overall taste experience.
- For a gluten-free version, use a nut-based or gluten-free graham cracker crust to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg