Coconut Cream Pie

Craving a slice of creamy coconut bliss? Look no further! This Coconut Cream Pie is the ultimate indulgence for all the coconut lovers out there.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream and additional toasted coconut for garnish

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F.
• In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and shredded coconut. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Add in the egg yolks and mix until smooth.
• Gradually whisk in the milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
• Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
• Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
• Once chilled, top with whipped cream and toasted coconut before serving.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size: 1 slice

Calories: 350

Total Fat: 24g

Saturated Fat: 15g

Cholesterol: 125mg

Sodium: 200mg

Total Carbohydrates: 30g

Dietary Fiber: 1g

Sugars: 20g

Protein: 5g

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