Description
Creamy coconut cream pie brings tropical paradise straight to your dessert table with silky smooth filling and golden toasted coconut. Rich layers of pure indulgence will transport you to a blissful culinary escape that satisfies sweet cravings and delights taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Finishing and Garnish:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup toasted shredded coconut
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Craft a crisp graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then press firmly into a pie dish, creating an even layer that will serve as the perfect base for the creamy filling.
- Bake the crust at 350°F for 10 minutes to develop a golden, slightly crunchy texture, then allow it to cool completely while preparing the subsequent components.
- Develop a rich coconut-infused dairy mixture by gently heating milk, heavy cream, and shredded coconut, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify over medium heat.
- Create a silky custard base by whisking egg yolks with sugar, cornstarch, and a delicate pinch of salt until the mixture becomes smooth and pale.
- Carefully temper the egg mixture by slowly streaming the hot coconut-dairy liquid while continuously whisking, preventing any potential curdling and ensuring a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Return the combined mixture to the saucepan, cooking and stirring consistently until the filling thickens and reaches a pudding-like consistency, approximately 5 minutes.
- Elevate the filling’s flavor profile by incorporating vanilla and coconut extracts, stirring thoroughly to distribute the aromatic essences.
- Transfer the silky filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to allow complete setting.
- Prepare a cloud-like whipped cream topping by beating heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff, voluminous peaks form.
- Garnish the chilled pie with the whipped cream, creating elegant swirls across the surface, and generously sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut for a delightful textural contrast.
- Slice and serve the pie chilled, revealing its luscious layers and inviting tropical essence.
Notes
- Toast coconut carefully to prevent burning, watching closely and stirring frequently for even golden-brown color.
- Use room temperature eggs for smoother custard filling and more consistent texture when tempering.
- Replace graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or ground nuts for celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce sugar content by substituting with monk fruit sweetener or stevia for lower-carb dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for the crust and filling)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg