Dessert Coconut Cream Pie Recipe
Chocolate sauce & whipped cream
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Ingredients
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Pie Ingredients
Method
Pie Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pie Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust in a pie dish and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let cool.
- 2
Make the Coconut Filling
In a saucepan, whisk together the coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt over medium heat. Cook until it thickens, stirring constantly.
- 3
Add Egg Yolks
In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks. Gradually add some of the hot coconut mixture to the egg yolks to temper them, then stir the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Incorporate Coconut and Vanilla
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- 5
Fill the Pie Crust
Pour the coconut filling into the cooled pie crust and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- 6
Serve with Toppings
Top with chocolate sauce and whipped cream before serving. Enjoy!
