classic coconut cream pie recipe a timeless dessert delight
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Classic Coconut Cream Pie Recipe: A Timeless Dessert Delight

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Classic Coconut Cream Pie Recipe: A Timeless Dessert Delight

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 3 cups half-and-half
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked
  • 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the sweetened flaked coconut on a baking sheet and toast it in the oven, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. This step enhances the coconut’s flavor and adds a delightful crunch to your homemade coconut cream pie.

In a medium saucepan, combine the half-and-half, beaten eggs, white sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt. Whisk until well blended. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil. Continue cooking for 2 minutes, ensuring the mixture thickens to the perfect custard consistency for your creamy coconut pie.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 3/4 cup of the toasted coconut and the vanilla extract. Reserve the remaining toasted coconut for topping your classic coconut cream pie.

Pour the creamy coconut filling into the baked pie shell and refrigerate until firm, approximately 4 hours. Once set, top the pie with thawed whipped topping and sprinkle with the reserved toasted coconut for a beautiful and delicious finish.

Serve this old-fashioned coconut cream pie chilled and enjoy the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and coconutty flavors that will transport you to dessert heaven!

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