Coconut Cream Pie Made With Cream Of Coconut
Coconut cream pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This delicious dessert is made with cream of coconut, which gives it a rich and creamy texture that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you are a fan of coconut or not, you will love this dessert.
Ingredients
To make this delicious coconut cream pie, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) cream of coconut
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
Now that you have all the ingredients, it's time to start making the pie. Follow these simple steps:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cream of coconut, heavy cream, sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and bubbles.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the shredded coconut.
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving.
Variations
If you want to switch things up a bit, there are several variations of coconut cream pie that you can try. Here are a few ideas:
- Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie: Add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the filling mixture before cooking.
- Banana Coconut Cream Pie: Layer sliced bananas on the bottom of the pie crust before pouring in the filling mixture.
- Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie: Add 1 cup of crushed pineapple to the filling mixture before cooking.
Conclusion
Coconut cream pie made with cream of coconut is a delicious and easy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are a fan of coconut or not, this dessert is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So why not give it a try today?
