Description
This French Coconut Pie is a delightful dessert featuring a flaky pie crust filled with a rich, creamy coconut custard. The combination of shredded coconut, eggs, and vanilla creates a luscious tropical flavor profile, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for those who love a sweet, nutty, and comforting treat with a hint of buttery richness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base
- 1 9-inch pie crust, unbaked
Filling
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the pie evenly.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sugar, eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully blended to create a smooth coconut custard mixture.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the coconut filling evenly into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust, making sure it is spread uniformly to avoid uneven baking.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The pie is done when the filling is set and the top turns a golden brown color.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely to allow the filling to firm up. You may serve it at room temperature or refrigerate for a chilled dessert.
- Serve: Slice and serve the pie as is, or add a dollop of whipped cream on top for an extra creamy touch. Enjoy the sweet, nutty coconut flavor in every bite!
Notes
- Ensure the eggs and milk are well beaten with the other ingredients to achieve a smooth custard.
- Using freshly shredded coconut can enhance the flavor but desiccated coconut works as well.
- If the pie crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking to prevent burning.
- This pie can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled depending on your preference.
- For a richer pie, substitute whole milk with half-and-half or cream.
