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Florida Coconut Cream Pie with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes

Florida Coconut Cream Pie

Discover the Florida Coconut Cream Pie, a luscious, creamy dessert that captures the tropical essence of Miami. Made with fresh coconut, rich custard filling, and a flaky crust, it's a must-try for dessert lovers!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Coconut Custard Filling
  • 3 cups half-and-half
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Pie Crust & Topping
  • 1 9-inch pie shell, baked
  • 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • toasted coconut flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9-inch Pie Shell

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, combine half-and-half, sugar, flour, beaten eggs, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in sweetened flaked coconut and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the coconut custard into the pre-baked pie shell, spreading it evenly. Let cool to room temperature.
  4. Refrigerate the pie until set, for about 2 to 4 hours.
  5. Before serving, top with whipped topping and garnish with toasted coconut flakes.

Notes

For an authentic Miami twist, consider adding a splash of coconut rum to the custard mixture for extra depth of flavor.