Old Fashioned Toasted Coconut Pie
A classic dessert featuring a buttery crust, creamy custard filling, and toasted coconut, finished with whipped topping for a rich and nostalgic treat.
6 Servings
Ingredients
Pie Filling and Crust
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut flakes
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 1 9-inch pre-made pie crust
Topping
- 8 ounces whipped topping Cool Whip or similar
- Reserved toasted coconut flakes for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust on a cookie tray and bake on the center rack for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and allow to cool.
Toast the Coconut
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shredded coconut and stir frequently for 3–5 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from the pan and set aside to cool.
Create the Custard Base
- In a large saucepan, combine flour, sugar, salt, milk, and heavy cream. Place over medium-high heat and stir continuously until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract.
Temper the Eggs
- Crack the eggs into a separate bowl. Whisk quickly while gradually adding ¼ cup of the hot custard mixture to the eggs to prevent curdling. Slowly return the egg mixture to the saucepan, whisking constantly until smooth.
Incorporate Coconut and Assemble
- Mix three-quarters of the toasted coconut into the custard. Pour the filling into the cooled pie shell. Refrigerate overnight to allow the custard to set completely.
Finish and Serve
- Before serving, pipe or spread whipped topping over the pie and sprinkle with the reserved toasted coconut. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
To prepare this pie gluten-free, use a certified gluten-free pie crust and replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Ensure all other packaged ingredients (such as coconut and whipped topping) are labeled gluten-free.