Description
Creamy coconut cream pie delivers a tropical paradise of sweet, silky indulgence straight from grandmother’s kitchen. Rich coconut custard nestled in a buttery crust promises delightful comfort with each refreshing, dreamy bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 3/4 cups shredded coconut
- 12 ounces (340 grams) evaporated milk
- 12 ounces (340 grams) water
Baking Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) butter
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Blend sugar, cornstarch, salt, and milk in a microwave-safe container, whisking until smooth and free of lumps.
- Heat the mixture in the microwave for 4 minutes, pausing to stir every minute to prevent scorching and ensure even cooking.
- Remove the mixture and vigorously whisk to eliminate any potential clumps, creating a uniform custard base.
- Fold shredded coconut into the warm custard, distributing it evenly throughout the mixture.
- Return the coconut-infused custard to the microwave and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring intermittently.
- After microwaving, stir the filling thoroughly to achieve a consistent texture and prevent separation.
- Transfer the coconut cream filling into pre-baked pie shells, spreading it smoothly and evenly.
- Prepare a fluffy meringue topping, carefully spreading it across the entire surface of the pie filling.
- Sprinkle additional shredded coconut over the meringue for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, watching carefully until the meringue turns a delicate golden brown and becomes lightly toasted.
Notes
- Swap traditional dairy for coconut milk or almond milk to create a dairy-free version that’s just as creamy and delicious.
- Toast the shredded coconut before adding to the filling for an extra depth of nutty, caramelized flavor that elevates the entire pie.
- Use a kitchen torch instead of oven-baking for more controlled and precise meringue browning, giving you a perfectly golden and evenly toasted topping.
- Chill the pie for at least 2 hours before serving to help the filling set completely and enhance the overall texture and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 371
- Sugar: 39 g
- Sodium: 58 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg