Triple Coconut Cream Pie: Indulgent Delight for Homemade Joy
Indulge in the delightful layers of creamy coconut and buttery crust with this delicious Triple Coconut Cream Pie.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup additional shredded coconut for topping
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it starts to thicken.
- Whisk in egg yolks and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in vanilla extract and remove from heat. Pour the coconut mixture into the cooled crust.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread over the coconut filling.
- Top with additional shredded coconut. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense coconut flavor, use coconut cream instead of coconut milk.
- Let the pie sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Triple Coconut Cream Pie, Coconut Pie, Dessert