Delicious Coconut Cream Pie Recipe

This coconut cream pie is a dreamy dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. With a flaky pie crust, creamy coconut filling, and fluffy whipped cream topping, it's a perfect treat for any occasion. The combination of coconut and cream creates a rich and irresistible flavor that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

• 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Spread coconut on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine half-and-half, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of the hot mixture. Return all to the saucepan, and bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. Stir in butter and vanilla until smooth. Fold in 3/4 cup of toasted coconut, and pour into baked pie shell. Chill for 2 hours, or until firm.
6. In a small bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form. Add confectioners' sugar, and continue to beat until stiff. Spread over pie, and sprinkle with remaining coconut.
7. Chill before serving.

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