Description
Barefoot Contessa coconut cream pie delivers heavenly tropical flavors in a classic dessert. Silky coconut custard nestles within a buttery crust, promising pure indulgence with each creamy slice you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (720 ml) half-and-half
- 1 (9 inch/23 cm) pie shell, baked
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup (85 g) sweetened flaked coconut
- ¾ cup (150 g) white sugar
- ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Coconut Toasting: Distribute shredded coconut evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and roast in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven, stirring periodically until achieving a delicate golden color, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Custard Base Preparation: Whisk half-and-half, sugar, flour, eggs, and salt in a medium saucepan until achieving a smooth, lump-free consistency, then cook over low heat while continuously stirring to prevent scorching and develop a light pudding-like texture.
- Flavor Infusion: Remove custard from heat and incorporate freshly toasted coconut flakes and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to create a rich, aromatic filling.
- Pie Assembly: Pour the coconut custard into the prepared pie shell, ensuring even distribution and eliminating potential air pockets, then refrigerate for 4-5 hours to allow complete setting and texture development.
- Finishing Touch: Once chilled, generously crown the pie with whipped cream and sprinkle remaining toasted coconut across the surface, creating a visually appealing and textural garnish that enhances the overall sensory experience.
Notes
- Toasting Technique: Spread coconut evenly and stir frequently to achieve uniform golden color without burning.
- Custard Consistency: Whisk ingredients thoroughly to eliminate lumps and ensure smooth texture during cooking.
- Low and Slow Cooking: Use gentle heat while stirring constantly to prevent scorching and develop rich, creamy custard base.
- Chilling is Crucial: Allow sufficient refrigeration time for pie to set properly, creating ideal firm and creamy filling texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg