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Coconut Custard Pie

This Coconut Custard Pie is a tropical delight! A creamy custard filling with sweet coconut flakes, all nestled in a flaky crust.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 9-inch pie crust homemade or store-bought
  • to taste Whipped cream or Cool Whip
  • to taste Coconut flakes toasted (if desired)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Oven mitts
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Prepare the pie crust by rolling it out and fitting it into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill while preparing the filling.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, salt, and ground nutmeg. Gradually pour this into the butter and egg mixture, mixing until well combined.
  6. Sift in the all-purpose flour and fold in the sweetened coconut flakes until just combined.
  7. Pour the custard filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden.
  9. Let the pie cool on a cooling rack for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 2 months.
  • Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.