Sweet & Creamy Coconut Pie 🥥🥧

This luscious coconut pie is a delightful dessert that’s sure to please the whole family. With its creamy filling and a hint of vanilla, each slice offers a taste of tropical paradise. It's perfect for gatherings, holiday meals, or when you're simply craving something sweet! Pair it with a scoop of cream or a dash of toasted coconut for an extra treat! 🍦🌴

Ingredients

For the filling

• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup flaked coconut

For the crust

• 1 recipe pastry for a 9-inch single crust pie

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar.

🥣 Make sure to whisk thoroughly so that the ingredients blend well before adding the wet ingredients.

3. Cream the softened butter into the flour and sugar mixture until smooth.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.

5. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk, mixing until well combined.

🍶 Using whole milk will give you a richer filling, but you can also use low-fat milk for a lighter version.

6. Gently fold in the flaked coconut, ensuring an even distribution throughout the mixture.

7. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the filling is set and lightly golden on top.

9. Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing.

❄️ For the best flavor, let it chill in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight!

Variations

• Chocolate Coconut Pie: Stir in some chocolate chips into the filling for a delicious twist.
• Lemon Zest: Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the mixture for a refreshing citrus kick.
• Sugar-Free: Substitute the sugar with a sugar alternative that measures like sugar.
• Dairy-Free: Use plant-based butter and milk for a dairy-free version; the texture will still be deliciously creamy!

Enjoy a slice (or two) of this heavenly coconut pie at your next gathering! 🍰💖