MAKEOVER COCONUT CREAM PIE
Here's a wonderfully creamy and rich version of an impressive classic that was lightened up at the request of Didi Desjardins in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. It now has less than half the fat of her original recipe...but every bit of sweet, old-fashioned coconut flavor!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine 2/3 cup sugar, flour and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in 3/4 cup coconut and extracts., Place crust on a baking sheet; add filling and set aside., For meringue, combine cornstarch and remaining sugar in a small saucepan. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and clear. In a bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Pour hot sugar mixture in a slow, steady stream into egg whites, beating constantly until stiff peaks form., Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing edges to crust. Sprinkle with remaining coconut. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
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Saif abbasi
[email protected]This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Gerti Tershani
[email protected]I love coconut cream pie and this recipe did not disappoint! The custard was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again soon.
lorraine Wilson
[email protected]This pie was easy to make and it turned out delicious! The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Richard Ramirez
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my pie turned out great! The custard was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.
Angel Archambault
[email protected]This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Donette Richards
[email protected]I love coconut cream pie and this recipe did not disappoint! The custard was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Sister Efia
[email protected]This pie was easy to make and it turned out delicious! The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ssali Taufiq
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my pie turned out great! The custard was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.
Zk Elevator
[email protected]This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Dan Daniels
[email protected]I've made this pie several times now and it's always a hit. The coconut flavor is perfect and the pie is always creamy and delicious.
Aurther Mpofu
[email protected]This pie was easy to make and it turned out delicious! The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Tiffany Lucas
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my pie turned out great! The custard was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.
Atif Qureshi
[email protected]This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Terry Nobles
[email protected]I love coconut cream pie and this recipe did not disappoint! The custard was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Sobuj islam
[email protected]This pie was so easy to make and it turned out perfect! The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Bishoy Mandalon
[email protected]I've made this pie several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The coconut flavor is perfect and the pie is always creamy and delicious.
King Dip
[email protected]This coconut cream pie was a hit at my party! The custard was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.