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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