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Ingredients
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Filling
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- 2
Cook the Mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add Bananas or Coconut
If using bananas, mash them and stir into the thickened mixture along with the lemon juice. If using coconut, fold in shredded coconut instead.
- 4
Chill the Mixture
Remove from heat, pour into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully chilled.
- 5
Serve
Once chilled, spoon the filling into pie crusts or bowls and top with additional shredded coconut if desired.