The “Cloud-Nine” Coconut Cream Pie
This version uses a “Triple-Coconut” approach: coconut milk in the base, shredded coconut in the custard, and toasted flakes on top.
| Category | Details |
| Prep Time | 30 minutes |
| Cook Time | 15 minutes |
| Chilling Time | 6+ hours |
| Yield | One 9-inch pie |
🍴 Ingredients
- The Shell:
- 1 9-inch Pie crust (Pre-baked/blind-baked and cooled)
- The “Stand-Up” Custard:
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Full-fat coconut milk (The good stuff!)
- 1 cup Whole milk
- ¾ cup Granulated sugar & ¼ tsp Salt
- 5 Large egg yolks
- ¼ cup Cornstarch
- 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp Butter & 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- The Topping:
- 1 ½ cups Heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 3 tbsp Powdered sugar
- ½ cup Toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. The Slurry Start
- In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks, cornstarch, sugar, and salt until the mixture is pale and thick. This “slurry” ensures you don’t end up with scrambled eggs in your pie.
2. The Scald & Temper
- In a saucepan, bring the coconut milk and whole milk to a simmer (don’t let it boil over!).
- The Temper: Slowly drizzle one cup of the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking constantly. Now, pour that warmed egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the milk.
3. The “Bloop” Phase
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly. As soon as it thickens to a heavy pudding consistency and you see those large “bloop” bubbles, keep whisking for 60 seconds.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the shredded coconut, butter, and vanilla.
4. The Deep Chill
- Pour the hot custard into your pre-baked pie shell.
- The Skin Guard: Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard. This prevents a rubbery “skin” from forming. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours (overnight is better).
5. The Cloud Peak
- Before serving, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Pile it high on the chilled pie and shower it with toasted coconut.
The “Toast” Tip: To toast coconut, put it in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes. Stay focused! It goes from white to burnt in the blink of an eye.