Delicious and Classic Old-Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie Recipe

This old-fashioned coconut cream pie recipe is a true classic, perfect for any occasion. Creamy coconut filling nestled in a flaky pie crust and topped with fluffy whipped cream and toasted coconut, this dessert will surely impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 2 1/2 cups milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 egg yolks, beaten
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk and 1/2 cup of shredded coconut. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the hot milk mixture.
3. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
4. Temper the egg yolks by slowly whisking in some of the hot mixture. Then, pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook for 2 more minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract. Let the filling cool slightly before pouring into the pie crust.
6. Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over the chilled pie.
8. To garnish, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded coconut on top of the whipped cream.
9. Slice and enjoy!

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