Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPaniolos KailuaHaupia Pie Recipe

Haupia Pie Recipe

Inspired by Paniolos Kailua
Time4h
Serves8

Coconut pudding on a graham cracker crust.

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Ingredients

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Crust

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Mix Crust Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and crumbly.

  3. 3

    Form Crust

    Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to pack it tightly.

  4. 4

    Bake Crust

    Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.

Filling Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

  2. 6

    Add Coconut Milk and Water

    Gradually stir in the coconut milk and water until there are no lumps.

  3. 7

    Cook Mixture

    Place the saucepan over medium heat and continuously stir until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 8

    Add Vanilla and Shredded Coconut

    Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and shredded coconut until fully combined.

  5. 9

    Pour Filling into Crust

    Pour the coconut filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

  6. 10

    Chill Pie

    Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Topping Preparation

  1. 11

    Prepare Whipped Cream

    Before serving, whip the cream until soft peaks form.

  2. 12

    Garnish the Pie

    Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie and sprinkle the shredded coconut on top.

  3. 13

    Serve

    Slice the pie and serve chilled, enjoying the creamy coconut flavor!

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