Grammie’s Coconut Pie
A nostalgic pie filled with creamy coconut goodness, perfect for re-creating family memories around the table.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1.5 cups Shredded coconut Can use sweetened or unsweetened.
- 1 cup Sugar
- 0.75 cups Milk
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
For assembly
- 1 piece Pie crust Store-bought or homemade.
- Optional: Whipped cream For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Gather and prepare your ingredients.
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- Gently fold in the shredded coconut.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack.
Serving
- Optionally, top each slice with whipped cream before serving.
- Slice and share with loved ones.
Notes
Letting the pie cool completely is crucial for clean slices. Adding a pinch of salt in the filling enhances flavor. Using fresh coconut can elevate the pie's taste!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g
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