Best 7 Tropical Pie Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary world of tropical pies! Imagine a delightful pastry filled with vibrant flavors and textures, embodying the essence of paradise. As you embark on this tropical pie-making adventure, we will guide you through the process of crafting this delectable dessert. Whether you prefer a creamy, custard-filled pie, a refreshing fruit tart, or a flaky, crumb-topped masterpiece, we have curated a collection of recipes that cater to every taste and skill level. Get ready to explore the tantalizing realm of tropical pies, where sweet meets tangy, and flaky meets creamy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TROPICAL COCONUT PIE



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A breeze to prepare, this tropical-tasting pie is tops with whoever tries it.-Nancy Mendoza, Yakima, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
32 large marshmallows
2 teaspoons rum or vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 2 cups coconut and butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 325° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Toast the remaining coconut; set aside., Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup juice (discard remaining juice or refrigerate for another use); set pineapple aside. In a saucepan, combine marshmallows and reserved juice. Cook and stir over medium heat until marshmallows are melted. Remove from the heat. Add pineapple, extract and salt; mix well. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until cool., Fold in the whipped cream; spoon into prepared crust. Sprinkle with toasted coconut. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 18g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

TROPICAL PIE



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"I created this fruity, spur-of-the-moment recipe when we needed a light dessert to serve company on a very hot day-and I didn't want to heat up the kitchen. Everything was in the fridge or pantry, and it took no time to prepare!" Audrey Arno, Tuttle, Oklahoma.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
4 ounces fat-free cream cheese, softened
Sugar substitute equivalent to 4 teaspoons sugar
2 medium firm bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping, divided
1 reduced-fat graham cracker crust (9 inches)
4 maraschino cherries, halved
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar substitute and 1 tablespoon reserved juice until smooth. Add bananas to remaining reserved juice. Fold 1/4 cup whipped topping into cream cheese mixture. , Drain bananas; arrange half of the slices in the crust. Carefully spread with cream cheese mixture. Layer with pineapple and remaining bananas and whipped topping. Garnish with cherries and walnuts. Refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BRAZILIAN COCONUT PIE WITH TROPICAL FRUIT



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This is a very refreshing and easy pie to make Add which ever fresh tropical fruit you like to the top or a mixture traditioanlly they put on mango, papaya and guava slices. The recipe does not include a 2 hour chilling time in the fridge.

Provided by Marlitt

Categories     Pie

Time 45m

Yield 1 pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (9 inch) pie crusts
2 cups milk
4 medium eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup coconut (grated )
mango (sliced) (optional)
papaya (sliced) (optional)
guava (sliced) (optional)

Steps:

  • Make sure the pie shell has been chilled for 30 minutes before baking. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat the milk in a double boiler until bubbles form around the outer edge of the pan.
  • In a bowl beat the eggs and sugar add salt, vanilla, butter and grated coconut. stir in the heated milk
  • Pour the custard mixture into the pie shell.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until the custard sets.
  • Take the pie out of the overn and let cool and then place in the fridge for at least 2 hours
  • Before serving garnish the pie with fresh fruit slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.3, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 145.6, Sodium 343.6, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 18.3, Protein 7.8

TROPICAL COCONUT CREAM PIE IN COCONUT COOKIE CRUST



Tropical Coconut Cream Pie in Coconut Cookie Crust image

This dreamy, creamy, full of goodness pie is nestled in a shortbread cookie and coconut crust! It hides a banana layer under the coconut cream filling topped with pineapple stirred into whipped cream . The toasted coconut on top adds crunch and just send the whole over the top. Some sliced bananas tucked among the toasted...

Provided by Catie B

Categories     Pies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 c shortbread cookie crumbs (about 20 cookies)
1 2/3 c flake coconut, divided
1/3 c butter or margarine, melted
1 large banana, sliced (if adding a garnish on top, use 1 extra banana)
1 1/2 c cold milk
1 pkg (4 serving size) vanilla instant pudding
1 can(s) (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple, well drained
2 c whipped topping, thawed ( or whipped cream, stabilized*)
1 c flaked coconut, toasted (optional) (or more as desired)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 325ºF.
  • 2. Mix cookie crumbs, 2/3 cup of the coconut and butter in medium bowl until well blended. Press mixture evenly onto bottom and up sides of 9-inch pie plate. Bake 10 minutes or until golden. Cool. Arrange banana slices on crust.
  • 3. Pour cold milk into large bowl. Add pudding mix. Beat with wire whisk 2 minutes. Stir in remaining 1 cup coconut. Spoon over banana slices in crust. Gently stir pineapple into whipped topping. Spread over pudding mixture. Sprinkle with toasted coconut, if desired. Chill for about 4 hours or until set.
  • 4. **Note: I often use real whipping cream, whipped with a couple of tablespoons of fine baking sugar, 1 tsp. flavoring, vanilla, or whatever suits your mood. I add a package of 'Whip it" or any of the stabilizers you can purchase in baking aisle to hold whipped cream together longer. You can use low fat products, sugar free, etc. or whatever dietary needs you have as well as making it as written. It will still be creamy and delicious!
  • 5. For toasting coconut, place a skillet, dry, over medium heat. Add desired amount of coconut. Allow to slowly toast to a golden color, stirring often, until coconut is evenly toasted. Remove from heat and allow to cool before using to top pie. Put any left over into a sealed container and refrigerate to use as desired later.

FRESH TROPICAL FRUIT NO-BAKE PIE



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Last week I had a small get-together for a few friends to celebrate one of our friends on his birthday. The celebrant is Diabetic and has high Cholesterol -but he wanted a pie for his birthday. Here is what I came up with -I used three different fresh, tropical fruits. You can even use one or two. Everyone enjoyed it...

Provided by Pat Morris

Categories     Pies

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 prepared, baked pie crust
1 1/2 c apricot nectar (you can use any canned nectar)
4 Tbsp cornstarch
4 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
8 Tbsp splenda (reserve 4 tablespoons for whipped cream.) -can use sugar or honey for glaze.
1/2 tsp salt
1 c fresh pineapple, cubed
2/3 c fresh mango, cubed
1/3 c papaya, cubed
1 c heavy whipping cream, whipped
1/2 c moist coconut
1/2 c chopped nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare one cooked 9-inch pie shell using packaged pie crust, or your favorite recipe for crust.
  • 2. In a 2-quart saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups Apricot Nectar to the boiling point (You could use Guava or any Nectar). Cool to room temperature.
  • 3. Dissolve: 4 tablespoons Cornstarch in 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; add 4 tablespoons Splenda (can use Sugar or Honey) and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add to saucepan with the nectar, and cook until thick and clear (Don't walk away -it thickens fast.); cool slightly.
  • 4. Add 2 cups chopped or diced fresh fruit. I used a combination of fresh pineapple, mango and papaya. You could use any combination that you like or just one fruit.
  • 5. Spoon into baked pie shell. Chill.
  • 6. Spread 1 cup heavy whipping cream whipped with 4 tablespoons Splenda(Can use Sugar)on top of chilled pie.
  • 7. Lightly distribute 1/2 cup moist coconut mixed with 1/2 cup chopped nuts over the top (I used peanuts, but I figure depending on the fruit you use, you can use different nuts and with or without the coconut.).
  • 8. Enjoy. Please let me know if you make this pie -and also if you use different fruits. I think it would be nice to try different fresh fruits -peaches, oranges, strawberries??? Here is a picture of the pie along with a pound cake he probably shouldn't have had but wanted. Hey, it was his birthday, comes only once a year and I am not his Mama. It was good too. Smile!!

TROPICAL DREAM MERINGUE PIE



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Categories     Egg     Fruit     Dessert     Bake

Yield Serves 8-10.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Coconut Cookie Crust:
1 1/2 cups (10) coconut sugar cookies, crumbled
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Filling:
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup guava juice
2 teaspoons Triple Sec or orange-flavored liqueur
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons honey
6 large egg yolks
½ cup unsalted butter, cut into ½ inch pieces
Meringue:
6 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup flaked coconut, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • 1. In food processor with metal blade, process cookies, sugar and salt until finely crumbled. Empty into small bowl; add sugar and melted butter, combine until firm enough to handle. Press into 9-inch pie pan. Bake at 350 for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly brown. Cool completely and set aside. 2. For pie filling, combine juices, liqueur, sugar, honey, egg yolks and butter in a heavy non-reactive sauce pan and whisk to mix. 3. Place the pan over low heat and whisk constantly; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until mixture is thick and smooth. Do not boil or mixture will curdle. Strain mixture to remove any lumps. Transfer to a bowl, place plastic wrap directly to surface and let cool completely. 4. For meringue, add egg whites to large bowl and beat on medium speed until mixture is frothy. Add in cream of tartar, vanilla and sugar gradually. Beat on high until firm peaks form. 5. Fill cooled pie crust with filling. Top with meringue mixture; cover edges of crust with mixture to avoid shrinkage. Bake at 400 degrees for 5-7 minutes or until peaks are lightly browned. Turn pie after 3 minutes to ensure even browning. 6. Let pie cool on rack for 1 hour; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight. Before serving sprinkle pie with toasted coconut. Keep refrigerated.

TROPICAL BREEZE PIE



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Categories     Fruit     Dessert

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Graham cracker crust
11 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
8 oz can crushed pineapple, well drained
Grated rind and juice of 1 small lemon
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup whipped topping

Steps:

  • Blend cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Beat in pineapple and lemon. Stir in coconut. Fold in whipped topping. Spread in 8" graham cracker pie crust. Refrigerate several hours or until well chilled and set. Garnish with additional whipped topping, toasted coconut and fresh lemon slices if desired.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit. This will ensure that your pie has the best possible flavor.
  • Don't overcook the fruit. Overcooked fruit will be mushy and lack flavor.
  • Chill the pie before serving. This will help the pie set and make it easier to slice.
  • Serve the pie with whipped cream or ice cream. This will add a delicious and creamy touch to your dessert.

Conclusion:

Tropical pies are a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the flavors of summer. With a variety of fruits to choose from, you can create a pie that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a simple and easy recipe or something more elaborate, you're sure to find a tropical pie recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert, give one of these tropical pie recipes a try.

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