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Coconut Cream Pie

November 15, 2019 Updated November 25, 2020 17 Comments

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Side view of a slice of coconut cream pie with whole pie in back ground
This Coconut Cream Pie has a flakey buttery crust filled with rich coconut custard filling topped with loads of fresh whipped cream and more sweetened flaked coconut.
 
Over head shot of one slice coconut cream pie on a decorative plate
 

Most people think of coconut cream pie for Easter but my grandmother served her coconut cream pie for all special occasions.  One could never resist having a slice of her luscious coconut cream pie next to her hot homemade apple pie for Thanksgiving.  Why give up this wonderful tradition? 

Side view of a slice of coconut cream pie with whole pie in back ground
 
Coconut Cream Pie as endearing as grandma herself.  I’m thrilled to share her wonderful recipe with you.

How to make a Coconut Custard

Cream pouring from measuring cup over sugar mixture1
Whisking egg yolks in clear bowl3
Pouring egg mixture into milk mixture5
Wire whisk stirring cream mixture while cooking2
Ladle hot cream mixture into egg yolks4
Thicken custard in saucepan6
  1. In a medium-size saucepan add the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.  Whisk together.
  2. Add the cold milk and half and half. 
  3. Whisk the mixture together and cook over medium heat.
  4. In a medium-size mixing bowl, beat 3 yolks. Set aside.
  5. When the milk mixture begins to thicken, slowly add the hot mixture into the beaten eggs one spoonful and a time.
  6. Add about 1/2 of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks.  This tempers the egg yolks so the hot milk mixture doesn’t cook the yolks.  Slowly add the egg mixture back into the hot milk stirring constantly.  

 

Thicken custard in saucepan1
Coconut added to custard mixture3
plastic wrap pressed onto coconut custard pie5
Vanilla and butter added to custard mixture in saucepan2
Coconut Custard pouring into cooked pie crust4
  1. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to make sure the egg yolks are completely cooked.  Stir constantly so the custard does ot scorch or burn the bottom of the pan.  The mixture will be thick.
  2. Remove the pan fro the heat.  Stir in butter and vanilla until completely smooth.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of the coconut.  Reserve remaining coconut for the topping.
  4. Pour the filling into a baked pie crust.  Cool.
  5. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly to the top of the custard.  Press the plastic wrap against the custard to prevent a skin from forming.  Refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight.  
 

Make the Whipped Topping

glass bowl with whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla1
glass bowl with beaters in whipped cream3
Electric mixing mixing cream, powder sugar, and vanilla2
  1. Using a medium-size mixing bowl, add cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
  2. Use a hand mixer or whisk by hand until the cream form stiff peaks.
  3. Beat until stiff peaks form. Spread whipped cream over custard.  Sprinkle top with lots of sweetened flaked coconut.
 
 
 
Over head shot of one slice coconut cream pie on a decorative plate
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Coconut Cream Pie

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword coconut cream pie, coconut pie, cream pie
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 10 people
Calories 417 kcal
Author Janet Barton

Ingredients

Pie Filling

  • 5 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup coconut divided
  • 1 baked 9-inch pie shell

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoon confectioners
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Pie Filling

  1. Mix cornstarch, sugar, and salt in a medium-size saucepan. Add milk and cream and cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly. Pour a spoonful amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; blend thoroughly. Add about 1/3 of the milk mixture to the egg yolks, then pour back into the saucepan. Cook another 2 or 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the butter and vanilla. Stir in 1/2 cup of the coconut. Cover with plastic wrap and press plastic against the custard. Refrigerate until completely chilled.

Whipped Cream Topping

  1. When ready to serve, make the topping by pouring whipping cream into a medium-size mixing bowl. Add confectioner's sugar and vanilla. Beat until stiff peaks form. Remove pie from refrigerator and remove plastic wrap. Spread whipped cream over the custard and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 coconut.
  2. Serves 8-10 depending on how large you slice the pie.
  3. To make a chocolate cream pie: Reduce sugar to 3/4 cup and add 1 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate to the milk and sugar mixture. Stir until chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth

Nutrition Facts
Coconut Cream Pie
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 417 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Cholesterol 112mg37%
Sodium 206mg9%
Potassium 177mg5%
Carbohydrates 41g14%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 24g27%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 683IU14%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 116mg12%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Mary lou says

    March 16, 2024 at 5:06 pm

    In the process of putting this pie together. So far so good.

    Reply
    • Janet Barton says

      April 2, 2024 at 8:08 pm

      I can’t wait to hear your results!

      Reply
  2. Sarah says

    December 30, 2012 at 10:11 pm

    Can you make the custard the day before and leave in a bowl and fill pie the next day? I hope that makes sense…

    Reply
    • Janet@simplysogood says

      January 2, 2013 at 4:23 pm

      The custard sets up pretty stiff. I could be difficult to spread nicely into a crust, but it could be worth a try.

      Reply
  3. Andrea says

    November 21, 2012 at 11:24 am

    Excellent cake! Is not difficult to make and is so impressive!I sprinkled the top of the pomegranate.
    Thank you very much.

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    September 29, 2012 at 3:28 am

    Find it frm Pinterest. It looks yummy n easy to make. Wanna do it this weekend. Thank you for your amazing blog! Greetings frm Indonesia!

    Reply
  5. Debra Bee says

    September 29, 2012 at 3:23 am

    Find your Coconut Cream Pie picture frm Pinterest. It looks yummy n easy to make. Wanna do it this weekend. Thank you for your amazing blog! Greetings frm Indonesia!

    Reply
  6. Eddi says

    March 25, 2012 at 11:41 pm

    Janet, this looks divine. My mom lives in Sandy. It is a great place.

    Reply
    • Janet@simplysogood says

      March 26, 2012 at 1:13 am

      I love Sandy. You will have to tell me your mom's name. Maybe we have crossed paths. So fun.

      Reply
  7. Anonymous says

    March 14, 2012 at 5:43 am

    Love, love, love coconut cream pie! This looks amazing! Can't wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Janet@simplysogood says

      March 14, 2012 at 4:38 pm

      I think this would be great for Easter. I hope you try it soon.

      Reply
  8. Pots and Pins says

    March 6, 2012 at 3:32 am

    I found you from a picture on Pinterest and I'm so glad I did – I have spent a while looking around – definitely my kind of place! I'm always happy to find a great food blog! xo, Nan
    P.S. My parents live in Sandy!

    Reply
    • Janet@simplysogood says

      March 6, 2012 at 5:54 am

      I'm so glad you found me. You will have to tell me who your parents are. I hope I know them.

      Reply
  9. Janet@simplysogood says

    March 5, 2012 at 12:57 am

    Bahhhhh!!! Thank you Lisa. One for commenting so nice and two for reading this blog. I'm sure your pie turned out beautifully. Let me know. I miss not seeing your or chatting. I should visit the sisters in Relief Society sometime…or not.

    Reply
  10. Lisa Dame says

    March 4, 2012 at 3:43 pm

    Janet, I love your blog! I so enjoy the pictures, the recipes, the step by step instructions but most especially your witty quips! I am making this yummy pie today, right now, this morning! I'll tell you how it turns out!!

    Reply
  11. Janet@simplysogood says

    March 4, 2012 at 12:51 am

    Aarthi, you are the best!

    Reply
  12. Aarthi says

    March 3, 2012 at 4:56 am

    pie looks awesome..happy birthday to your grand ma

    Reply
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