Coconut Cream Pie
Coconut cream pie is a classic American dessert that originated in the Southern region.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 170 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Coconut Cream Pie
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a bowl, combine the pie crust ingredients and press into a 9-inch pie dish.
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Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
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In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
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In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
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Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
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Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes, until thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
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Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
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Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with shredded coconut.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 46g16%
- Sugars 28g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
