Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Chilling Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 3 cups half-and-half
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked
- 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
Directions
- Begin by toasting the coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
- In a medium saucepan, combine half-and-half, sugar, flour, and salt. Stir well to combine. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Boil for 1 minute.
- Gradually temper the beaten eggs by adding a small amount of the hot mixture to the eggs, stirring constantly. Then, pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and ¾ cup of the toasted coconut. Pour the filling into the baked pie shell. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, top the pie with whipped topping and sprinkle with the remaining toasted coconut.
Cook Notes
For a smoother filling, sift the flour before adding it to the mixture. This ensures there are no lumps in your pie filling.
Variations
Keto Version
Substitute sugar with a keto-friendly sweetener, use almond flour in place of all-purpose flour, and opt for a low-carb, keto pie crust. Use unsweetened coconut and make your own whipped cream from heavy cream without added sugar.
Low-Carb Version
Similar to the keto version, use low-carb substitutes for sugar and flour, and ensure your pie shell and whipped topping are low in carbs.
Nutrition Fact
Per serving (approximately, varies by brands used):
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 5g
Note: Nutritional values are estimates and can vary based on ingredient choices and portion sizes.
This Coconut Cream Pie recipe isn’t just a dessert; it’s a journey to a sweet, creamy paradise. With its rich flavors and textures, it’s sure to become a cherished recipe for anyone who tries it. Enjoy a slice of this heavenly pie and let it transport you to a world of culinary delight.
