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2 grandmas coconut cream pie

Great Grandma's Coconut Cream Pie

Indulge in a creamy, fluffy coconut cream pie that evokes nostalgic flavors from yesteryears. Perfect for any occasion!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Coconut Cream Pie, Grandma's Pie, Dessert
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 240kcal

Ingredients

Pie Crust

  • pre-made or homemade pie crust

Filling

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup light cream
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • vanilla extract

Topping

  • whipped cream to taste
  • toasted coconut optional

Instructions

  • Prepare and bake the pie crust according to the package directions.
  • Combine milk, light cream, sugar, and water in a double boiler and bring to a boil.
  • Create a corn starch mixture and combine it with beaten egg yolks before adding to the milk mixture.
  • Stir in vanilla extract and sweetened coconut flakes.
  • Let the filling set in the prepared crust, then top with whipped cream and toasted coconut if desired.

Notes

To store Great Grandma's Coconut Cream Pie, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Enjoy within a few days for optimal freshness. Avoid freezing.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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