Description
Creamy coconut cream pie celebrates tropical flavors with luscious, silky filling nestled in a buttery crust. Delectable coconut shavings and whipped cream crown this classic dessert that promises pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large egg yolks
- 400 ml (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 300 ml whole milk
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 150 g (¾ cup) granulated sugar
- 60 g (¼ cup) cornstarch
- 2 tbsps powdered sugar
- 50 g (½ cup) sweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 240 ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream
- 30 g (¼ cup) toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Custard Preparation: Whisk coconut milk, whole milk, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan until the mixture transforms into a velvety, uniform base.
- Heat Management: Simmer the mixture over medium heat, constantly stirring to prevent scorching and maintain a luxurious, silken consistency, watching for gradual thickening and gentle bubbling.
- Custard Development: Continue cooking until the mixture achieves a dense, pudding-like texture that elegantly coats the back of a spoon, signaling the perfect custard moment.
- Flavor Enhancement: Remove from heat and incorporate vanilla extract and shredded coconut, gently folding to distribute flavors evenly and create a rich, aromatic filling.
- Pie Assembly: Carefully transfer the luscious custard into the pre-baked pie crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an inviting, even layer.
- Chilling Process: Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours to solidify the custard and intensify the coconut’s delicate flavor profile.
Notes
- Prevent Curdling: Whisk constantly and maintain medium heat to avoid egg yolks scrambling, ensuring a smooth, silky custard texture.
- Achieve Perfect Thickness: Watch for pudding-like consistency when the mixture coats the back of a spoon, signaling the ideal custard setting point.
- Enhance Coconut Flavor: Toast shredded coconut before adding to the filling for a deeper, nuttier flavor that elevates the overall taste experience.
- Dairy-Free Adaptation: Substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk, and use coconut cream instead of regular dairy for a vegan-friendly version of the pie.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg