Description
Classic coconut bliss cream pie brings tropical paradise to dessert lovers with its silky filling and golden crust. Creamy coconut layers and toasted flakes promise pure indulgence that satisfies sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 3 cups half-and-half (720 ml)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ¾ cup white sugar (150 g)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (60 g)
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked
- 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed (240 ml)
Instructions
- Coconut Toasting: Spread shredded coconut on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until achieving a golden-brown color and releasing a rich, nutty aroma.
- Custard Preparation: Combine half-and-half, eggs, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt in a medium saucepan, whisking thoroughly to create a smooth, lump-free custard base with a silky consistency.
- Cooking Custard: Simmer the mixture over low heat, stirring continuously to prevent scorching, allowing the custard to thicken and develop a luxurious creamy texture that coats the back of a spoon.
- Flavor Infusion: Remove from heat and incorporate toasted coconut and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly and create a rich, aromatic filling with nuanced depth.
- Pie Assembly: Pour the coconut custard into the pre-baked pie shell, ensuring an even, smooth surface that showcases the filling’s velvety consistency and golden undertones.
- Chilling and Setting: Refrigerate the pie for 3-4 hours, allowing the custard to firm completely and develop a harmonious flavor profile that melds all ingredients seamlessly.
- Final Presentation: Crown the pie with a generous layer of whipped topping, creating elegant peaks, and sprinkle the remaining toasted coconut across the surface for a textural and visual flourish that elevates the dessert’s overall appeal.
Notes
- Toast Coconut Carefully: Spread shredded coconut evenly on baking sheet and stir frequently to prevent burning, ensuring golden-brown color without scorching.
- Prevent Custard Lumps: Whisk ingredients thoroughly before heating, using smooth, consistent strokes to create a silky, lump-free base.
- Monitor Cooking Temperature: Use low heat when thickening custard, stirring continuously to avoid scorching and achieve perfect creamy consistency.
- Chill for Best Flavor: Refrigerate pie for minimum 3-4 hours, allowing filling to set completely and develop rich, harmonious taste profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg