COCONUT MERINGUE PIE

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I love baking & this is one of my favorite things to make. So pretty when it's done. I made several for the hunters at the lodge I cook for during hunting season, as well as I used to make them in restaurants.

Provided by Peggi Anne Tebben

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 c sugar
1/4 c cornstarch
1/8 tsp salt
3 c milk
3 egg yolks, beaten (reserve whites)
3/4 c flaked coconut, divided
1 1/2 Tbsp butter
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 *basic pastry shell, baked & cooled
MERINGUE
3 egg whites
1/4 tsp + 1/8 tsp. cream of tartar
1/4 c + 2 tblsp. sugar

Steps:

  • 1. *Make a single pie crust using this recipe. https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/pie/peggis-flaky-pie-crust.html?p=1 Allow to cool.
  • 2. Combine first 3 ingredients in heavy saucepan.
  • 3. In a bowl, combine milk & egg yolks. Gradually stir into sugar mixture & cook over med-high heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens & boils or bubbles. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • 4. Remove from heat & stir in 1/2 cup coconut, butter & vanilla.
  • 5. Immediately pour filling into baked pastry shell.
  • 6. Cover the filling with waxed paper.
  • 7. Beat egg whites (at room temperature)& cream of tartar on high speed of electric mixer for 1 minute.
  • 8. Beat 2-4 minutes until stiff peaks form & sugar dissolves.
  • 9. Remove wax paper from pie filling. Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing to edge of pastry. Pile it up to form a peak in the middle & make ridges in it instead of smoothing out for a better effect.
  • 10. Sprinkle meringue with 1/4 cup coconut.
  • 11. Bake @ 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 12. Cool in fridge completely before cutting.

Curniece McHenry
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Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe.


John mbantanyie Agbor
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The pie was a bit too runny.


Mandi Updates
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The crust was a bit dry.


Rameez Nick
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste.


chantelle and craig xxx
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I'm not a huge fan of coconut, but this pie was surprisingly good.


Sarah Simon
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This pie is the perfect way to use up leftover coconut.


Tray'Von Poikonen
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I love that this pie can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy people.


Phillip Legate
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This pie is so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.


Tom Wilkinson
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I made this pie for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes!


Alihossen Shaikh
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Zaryab Gul
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This pie looks delicious. I'm going to make it for my next dinner party.


Rijan Shrestha
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Kasun Madushan
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This pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Xolani Khuzwayo
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I love the combination of coconut and meringue in this pie. It's a classic flavor combination that never gets old.


Peggie Thompson
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This pie is always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and family gatherings, and it's always a hit.


jiwan kharal
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My family loved this pie! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was creamy and delicious.


hassan hareb
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This pie is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use fresh or frozen coconut.


Roman Zakir
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut, but this pie was amazing! The meringue was so light and airy, and the coconut flavor was just right.


Leton Sarker
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This pie was a hit! The coconut meringue filling was light and fluffy, and the crust was perfectly golden brown. I will definitely be making this again!