Coconut Pie

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This coconut pie recipe includes a homemade custardy filling with lots of flaked coconut and vanilla for a sweet and delicious dessert.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 (9-inch) pie

This easy coconut cream pie recipe is easy to prep in just 10 minutes. 

Coconut Pie Ingredients

These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this coconut pie recipe: 

  • Sugar: This coconut pie recipe starts with a cup of white sugar. 
  • Flour: All-purpose flour helps thicken the filling. 
  • Eggs: Three eggs add moisture and help bind the filling together. 
  • Butter: A stick of softened butter lends moisture and richness.
  • Milk: A cup of milk helps create the perfect sweet coconut filling. 
  • Vanilla: Vanilla extract takes the flavor up a notch. 
  • Coconut: You’ll need a cup of flaked coconut. 
  • Pie crust: Use a store-bought or make your own at home

How to Make Coconut Pie

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade coconut pie: 

  1. Mix the dry ingredients together, then beat in the eggs and butter. 
  2. Stir in the milk and vanilla, then fold in the coconut flakes. 
  3. Pour the filling into the pie crust and bake. 

How to Store Coconut Pie

Store the coconut pie, covered tightly or in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Can You Freeze Coconut Pie? 

You can freeze this coconut pie for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“It was easy and fun to make,” raves PATTYPERU. “I am eight years old and I made it with my mom.”

“Made this pie several times, my husband and I love it,” says hellynn. “I made two changes to the recipe by adding a pinch of cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg.”

“This pie is simply divine — decadent and a perfect substitute for anyone not wanting to fuss with a cream pie,” according to jeanster.

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 3 large eggs

  • ½ cup butter, softened

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup flaked coconut

  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust

Directions

Coconut pie in center of wooden table with purple cross design

Chef Mo

  1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).

  2. Mix sugar and flour together in a large bowl. Beat in eggs and butter until well combined. Stir in milk and vanilla until incorporated. Fold in coconut. Pour into prepared pie crust.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Cool completely before slicing.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

405 Calories
24g Fat
43g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 405
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 13g 63%
Cholesterol 103mg 34%
Sodium 264mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 43g 16%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 30g
Protein 5g 11%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 53mg 4%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 125mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.