Description
A tropical delight featuring a rich, creamy coconut filling nestled in a flaky crust—perfect for your holiday table!
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crust
- Full-fat coconut milk
- Granulated sugar
- Egg yolks
- Vanilla extract
- Unsweetened shredded coconut
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: If using store-bought, remove from packaging. For homemade, crush graham crackers, mix with melted butter, and press into a pie dish.
- Create the filling base: In a saucepan over low heat, combine coconut milk and sugar until dissolved (about 5 minutes).
- Temper the egg yolks: Whisk egg yolks in a bowl and gradually mix in half of the warm coconut mixture while whisking continuously.
- Thicken the mixture: Return everything to the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add flavor: Stir in shredded coconut and vanilla extract; let cool slightly before pouring into the crust.
- Top with whipped cream: Once cooled completely (about 2 hours), spread freshly whipped cream on top and garnish with toasted coconut flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, swap regular milk for coconut milk or add chocolate chips for a fun twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; gently reheat in the oven to maintain texture.