Description
A classic dessert with a rich coconut flavor and creamy texture.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Whisk over medium heat until the mixture thickens.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and vanilla extract.
- Slowly add the hot mixture to the egg yolks, stirring constantly.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in shredded coconut.
- Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- Top with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut for a less sweet pie.
- Allow the pie to chill overnight for best results.
- Garnish with toasted coconut for added texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop and chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: grandmas coconut cream pie recipe