Prepare to be transported to a world of creamy, tropical delight with this incredibly easy French Coconut Pie that will make your taste buds dance! Imagine a golden, flaky crust cradling a luscious coconut custard so divine, it'll have your family and friends begging for seconds. This isn't just a dessert - it's a culinary escape that brings the warmth of French patisserie right into your kitchen with minimal effort and maximum flavor!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: French
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the center for even baking.
- Prepare the pie crust by placing it into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges decoratively and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until they are well beaten and slightly frothy.
- Add sugar to the eggs and continue whisking until the mixture becomes smooth and the sugar begins to dissolve.
- Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, stirring continuously to create a uniform liquid mixture.
- Gradually sift the all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients, whisking carefully to prevent lumps from forming.
- Fold in the shredded coconut, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the custard mixture.
- Carefully pour the coconut custard into the prepared pie crust, making sure not to overfill.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- To check doneness, insert a knife near the center - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Slice into 8 equal portions and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs for a smoother, more consistent custard mixture.
- Ensure your pie crust is cold when you start to maintain its flakiness.
- For extra richness, consider using whole milk or even half-and-half.
- Toast the coconut lightly before adding to the mixture for enhanced flavor depth.
- Cover the pie edges with aluminum foil if they start browning too quickly during baking.
- Let the pie cool completely to allow the custard to set properly - patience is key!
- For a beautiful presentation, dust with powdered sugar or top with fresh whipped cream before serving.
- Store leftover pie in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days for optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 187kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 73mg
