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Coconut Cream Pie Dessert Recipe

Coconut cream pie is a classic dessert featuring a rich coconut custard, enhanced with brown sugar for depth and shredded coconut for texture.
Topped with toasted marshmallow meringue, this pie offers a nostalgic diner-style treat that pairs perfectly with a mug of coffee.
Active Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

Coconut Custard

  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1/8 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom or cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup egg yolks about 8 large eggs; save whites for meringue
  • 3 1/2 cups unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut plus more for garnish
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Assembly

  • 1 fully baked 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 recipe Marshmallow Meringue

Instructions
 

Prepare the Custard

  • In a saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, white sugar, cornstarch, salt, and cardamom. Gradually whisk in the egg yolks and coconut milk until smooth.
  • Place over medium-low heat and cook, whisking constantly, until steaming, about 5 minutes. Raise heat to medium and continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. When the custard begins to bubble, cook for 2 additional minutes to neutralize the egg yolks.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and shredded coconut.
  • Pour into the prepared pie crust and let cool at room temperature until a skin forms, about 30 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.

Finish the Pie

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spread the prepared Marshmallow Meringue evenly over the chilled custard, making sure it touches the edges of the crust.
  • Sculpt peaks and swirls in the meringue using the back of a spoon or a spatula.
  • Bake until the meringue is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Let the pie cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate until fully chilled, about 4 hours.

Notes

  • For easier slicing, rinse your knife under hot water between cuts.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Keyword Classic pie recipes, Coconut custard pie recipe, Creamy coconut pie recipe, dessert recipes, homemade dessert ideas, Toasted marshmallow pie
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