Southern Coconut Cream Pie Recipe

Name: Southern Coconut Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 0.5 (15 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 2 cups half-and-half; 4 egg yolks; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut; 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, divided; 2 cups whipping cream; 1/3 cup sugar; toasted coconut (to garnish)

Servings: persons

0.5 (15 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 cups half-and-half
4 egg yolks
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, divided
2 cups whipping cream
1/3 cup sugar
toasted coconut (to garnish)

1
Make and bake 1 piecrust according to directions for a one-cust pie.
2
Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch in a heavy saucepan. Whisk together half-and-half and egg yolks. Gradually whisk egg mixture into sugar mixture; bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly. Boil 1 minute; remove from heat.
3
Stir in butter, 1 cup coconut, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cover with plastic wrap, placing wrap directly on filling in pan. Let stand 30 minutes. Spoon custard mixture into pie crust, cover and chill 30 minutes or until set.
4
Beat whipping cream at high speed with an electric mixer until foamy; gradually add 1/3 cup sugar and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, beating until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe whipped cream over pie filling. Garnish with toasted coconut if desired. Store uneaten pie in refrigerator.

830

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 0.5 (15 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 2 cups half-and-half, and more.

Yes, Southern Coconut Cream Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Southern Coconut Cream Pie

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