Coconut Cream Pie Recipe With Rich, Creamy Filling
Learn how to make a creamy, homemade Coconut Cream Pie Recipe with simple ingredients and step-by-step tips for perfect results.
Ingredients
For The Coconut Cream Filling:
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust homemade or store-bought
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon coconut extract optional, for stronger coconut flavor
For The Whipped Cream Frosting:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut toasted
Instructions
Step 1: Pre-Bake The Pie Crust
- If using a store-bought crust, bake it as per the package instructions. Let it cool completely.
Step 2: Make The Coconut Cream Filling
- Combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium-size saucepan and mix them together.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly whisk in the whole milk and coconut milk.
- Pour the wet mixture into the saucepan and whisk everything together.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. The mixture will begin to thicken over a course of 5–7 minutes. Keep stirring to avoid lumps.
- Once thick and bubbling, remove from heat.To this, add butter, vanilla extract, coconut extract, if possible, and shredded coconut.
- Give the wash a rest for 10–15 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent skin formation.
Step 3: Fill The Pie
- Pour the warm Coconut Cream Filling into your cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent a skin.
Step 4: Chill The Pie
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. It needs time to fully set.
Step 5: Make The Whipped Cream
- Mix the vanilla essence, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Step 6: Top And Serve
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Sprinkle with toasted coconut on top. Slice, serve, and enjoy!