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Coconut Cream Pie

Mar 15, 2022 · 15 Comments

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Collage of coconut cream pie with a slice on a plate next to limes on top, a full pie image topped with limes on bottom, and the words

This old-fashioned Coconut Cream Pie recipe features creamy, silky homemade custard with sweet coconut flakes folded in a flaky pie crust topped with some fluffy homemade whipped cream and some toasted coconut flakes to make it pretty. 

Slice of coconut cream pie on a small plate topped with toasted coconut next to two lime wedges

Coconut Cream Pie

This coconut cream pie is a coconut lovers dream. It features creamy, silky homemade custard with sweet coconut flakes folded in a flaky pie crust topped with some fluffy homemade whipped cream and some toasted coconut flakes to make it pretty.

This is the best coconut cream pie you will ever taste. Its cool, creamy filling make it a perfect spring dessert that we now serve every Easter!

How to Keep Coconut Cream Pie from Getting Runny

There are 2 reasons your coconut cream pie may have gotten watery, runny, or sweat.

First, it's possible that your custard did not thicken enough. Before adding it to your pie shell, check to make sure your custard is not watery. It should be about the consistency of your average pudding.

Second, it's much more likely that the layers weren't totally cooled before you assembled. Make sure you follow the directions for chilling and that your custard layer is totally cooled before adding the whipped cream. If the custard is still warm when you add whipped cream, the custard will sweat under the cold cream and everything will be watery and runny.

How to Toast the Coconut for the Top

The main purpose of the toasted coconut on top of the pie is just for aesthetics. So if you're in a hurry or just making it for yourself, you can skip it if you'd like. You can also pick up some dry coconut chips at the grocery store and use those instead.

To make your own toasted coconut, spread about ½ cup coconut flakes onto a baking sheet. Broil on Low for about 3 minutes. Watch it the whole time! It will brown fast and often suddenly!

Allow the coconut to cool completely. Then sprinkle on top of your finished beautiful coconut cream pie.

Full coconut cream pie topped with toasted coconut and lime wedges on a rustic wood background

New to the Pie-Making Scene?

Here are some helpful Pie Making Resources to make sure all your pies come out perfect and delicious!

  • Easy No Fail Pie Crust Recipe - this easy pie crust recipe comes out perfect Every. Time.  It's my grandma's recipe, and it's never failed me yet!
  • Rolling Out Pie Crust Tutorial - If rolling out your own homemade pie crust makes you nervous, stop right now! This easy step-by-step tutorial will tell you exactly what to do for a perfect pie crust!
  • Pretty Ways to Finish Pie Crust Edges - There are so many ways to finish pie crust once you're done rolling it out to make a truly special pie.  Try some of these easy and fun ones this year!
  • Must Have Pie Making Supplies - If you love pies, you need these tools so you can make them all the time at home

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This old-fashioned Coconut Cream Pie recipe features creamy, silky homemade custard with sweet coconut flakes folded in a flaky pie crust topped with some fluffy homemade whipped cream and some toasted coconut flakes to make it pretty.  I really love the flavors in this pie and it's cool, creamy filling make it a perfect spring dessert that we now serve as an Easter dessert every year!

Coconut Cream Pie

This old-fashioned Coconut Cream Pie recipe features creamy, silky homemade custard with sweet coconut flakes folded in a flaky pie crust topped with some fluffy homemade whipped cream and some toasted coconut flakes to make it pretty.
5 from 12 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Coconut Cream Pie, Coconut Pie
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 333kcal
Author: Michelle

Ingredients

  • 1 pie crust baked in a 9-inch pie plate
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ cup sweetened flaked coconut

Instructions

  • Follow directions for making and baking pie crust here. Then set aside to allow to cool completely.
  • Add sugar and cornstarch to a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  • In a separate bowl, quickly whisk together half-and-half and egg yolks.  
  • Place saucepan with sugar mixture over medium heat. Begin slowly adding egg yolk mixture, whisking to combine. 
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly.  Allow to boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat. 
  • Immediately stir in butter, vanilla, and coconut.  
  • Place plastic wrap directly on coconut mixture and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.  
  • Spoon coconut filling into baked pie shell. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until set. 
  • Make whipped cream according to the recipe above (or here!). Spread on chilled pie.
  • Garnish with toasted coconut if desired (Place ½ cup coconut on a baking sheet. Broil on Low for about 3 minutes. Allow to cool. Sprinkle on top of whipped cream.)

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Notes

  • This is my all-time favorite fool proof pie crust. It is flaky and delicious and really easy to make. The pie crust really makes a pie, so I suggest making it homemade if you can.
  • Stir custard constantly while cooking to avoid lumps.
  • Allow custard to cool and chill before adding whipped cream so that the pie doesn't get runny.
  • When toasting the coconut, watch it carefully because it will brown quickly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 608IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

    March 23, 2021 at 9:51 am

    Coconut Cream Pie is one of my very favorites. Thank you for the tips on making sure the pie doesn't sweat - it makes such a difference to let the ingredients cool before assembling. This is wonderful.

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  2. Biana says

    March 23, 2021 at 10:09 am

    This Coconut Cream Pie looks so delicious! Perfect for spring and summer.

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  3. Lima Ekram says

    March 23, 2021 at 10:12 am

    Love the tip about how to stop the pie from getting runny! Cant wait to try this!

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  4. Sharon says

    March 23, 2021 at 10:26 am

    This coconut cream pie is going on my springtime dessert rotation. I love the whipped cream topping.

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  5. Megan Lehr says

    March 23, 2021 at 10:36 am

    Coconut cream pie is a family favorite and this was one of the best I've had!

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  6. Dannii says

    March 23, 2021 at 10:46 am

    I love any kind of dessert with coconut, so this sounds amazing to me.

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  7. Beth says

    March 23, 2021 at 11:11 am

    This looks so yummy and delicious! My daughter and her boyfriend are going to love this recipe!

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  8. Andrea says

    March 23, 2021 at 11:31 am

    Oh my, this looks fantastic! Homemade pies are the best and this coconut cream pie is definitely going on my "to make" list.

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  9. Cate says

    March 23, 2021 at 11:41 am

    Love how creamy and flavorful this pie looks, making this today can't wait!!

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  10. Courtney says

    March 23, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    This was a hit with my coconut loving family. Thank you! We will be making this again.

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  11. Marianne says

    September 07, 2021 at 2:15 pm

    I must’ve done something wrong because the pie thickened up so quickly that by the time I added the butter and vanilla it did clump. I Save the day by adding more half-and-half and feeding the dickens out of it. It tastes good, but I don’t know why thickened up so fast. Double checked the measurements when I finished, and everything looked OK. Any suggestions?

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    • Michelle says

      September 08, 2021 at 1:20 pm

      I'm guessing the heat was up too high. If you use a large flat pan over high heat, it will thicken pretty quickly.

      Reply
  12. Andrea says

    March 15, 2022 at 9:54 am

    This is a perfect pie for my coconut loving family. Looks so creamy snd delicious!

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  13. Ieva says

    March 15, 2022 at 10:36 am

    Great recipe! Not too sweet and really very easy to make (although I cheated a bit and used a shop-bought pie crust). Thanks for the recipe!

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  14. Dannii says

    March 15, 2022 at 11:02 am

    Anything with coconut is good with me. This looks perfect for a summer dessert.

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