Best 2 Coconut Pie Makes Its Own Crust Recipes

Are you searching for a mouthwatering dessert that combines the perfect blend of flavors and textures? Look no further than coconut pie with a crust made from the coconut itself. This delightful creation offers a symphony of tastes, from the sweet and creamy coconut filling to the crunchy and buttery coconut crust. With its enticing aroma and visually appealing presentation, coconut pie will undoubtedly steal the show at any gathering. While it may seem like a challenging dish to prepare, this article will guide you through a simplified and foolproof recipe that will have you savoring every bite of this tropical masterpiece.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT PIE - MAKES ITS OWN CRUST

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Given to me by my SIL, this recipe is so easy and makes its own crust, too! Everyone who like coconut loves it. This pie freezes well and makes nice holiday gifts.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories Pie

Time 55m

Yield 2 9inch pies, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup milk (skim, 2% or whole)
1 cup fat-free buttermilk
1 teaspoon lemon extract
10 tablespoons self-rising flour (or 10 tbs flour, 1 tsp baking powder and 1/3 tsp salt)
7 ounces shredded coconut, canned,frozen,or fresh (about 2 3/4 cups)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cream sugar and butter together until creamy.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
Add milk, buttermilk, and lemon extract and beat until blended.
Add flour and coconut and beat just until well mixed.
Pour batter into two regular 9-inch pie pans or one deep dish 9-5/8-inch pie pan.
Bake 30-40 minutes until crust forms on top, and pie is set in center and lightly browned on top.
Cool and cut into slices.
Serve at room temperature.

MAKES ITS OWN CRUST COCONUT PIE

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Make and share this Makes Its Own Crust Coconut Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories Pie

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup self rising flour
1/4 cup melted oleo
2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

Combine ingredients in order given; mix well.
Pour into a greased 10-inch pie pan.
Bake in 350° oven for 45 minutes or till golden brown.
The middle will appear rather soft. If properly done, it will have a delicate crust over top, sides and bottom.
It will be solid enough to cut after it has cooled.
The center will be a perfect cream pie.
This is a quick way to bake a coconut pie.
If you leave it in the oven too long, you will have more of a cake.

Tips:

Choose fresh and high-quality ingredients. Fresh coconuts, eggs, butter, and milk will give your coconut pie the best flavor.
Use a food processor or blender to make the crust. This will help you achieve a fine and even texture.
Be careful not to overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the crust tough.
Press the dough firmly into the pie plate. This will help prevent the crust from shrinking during baking.
Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that the crust cooks evenly.
Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to develop.

Conclusion:

Coconut pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling, flaky crust, and rich coconut flavor, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give coconut pie a try!