🥥 Classic Coconut Cream Pie 😍
Ingredients:
For the Crust:* 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs* ¼ cup granulated sugar* 6 tbsp melted butterFor the Coconut Filling:* 1 cup granulated sugar* ¼ cup cornstarch* ¼ tsp salt* 3 cups whole milk* 4 large egg yolks* 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut* 2 tbsp unsalted butter* 1 tsp vanilla extract* ½ tsp coconut extractFor the Topping:* 1 cup heavy whipping cream* 2 tbsp powdered sugar* ½ tsp vanilla extract* ½ cup toasted shredded coconut
Method:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.
3. Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, then cool completely.
4. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
5. Gradually whisk in the milk and egg yolks until smooth.
6. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to gently bubble, about 6–8 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut, butter, vanilla, and coconut extract.
8. Pour the warm filling into the cooled crust. Cover the surface with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
9. Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
10. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
11. Sprinkle generously with toasted coconut.
12. Slice and serve chilled. 🥥✨💡 Tip: Toast the coconut in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden and fragrant.#CoconutCreamPHave you ever eaten liver and onions? If so, did you like it?🤔Have you ever eaten liver and onions? If so, did you like it?🤔Have you ever eaten liver and onions? If so, did you like it?🤔