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    Published: Nov 12, 2019 · Modified: Sep 27, 2021 by Pam

    Coconut Pie Recipe with Crispy Top

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    A coconut pie recipe unlike any you’ve had before. The filling is sweet and delicious, made with just a few simple ingredients and is topped with crispy coconut.

    2 slices of coconut pie with whipped cream on top

    This coconut pie recipe is not your Mama’s coconut cream pie or coconut custard pie. The filling is reminiscent of pecan pie so if you love coconut and you love pecan pie, you can be sure this will be your cup of tea.

    It stirs up in just minutes and is delicious warm, at room temperature or cold.

    Coconut lovers take note: These little two bite coconut tarts are the perfect addition to a tray of mini desserts!

    Coconut pie made with just a few simple ingredients

    Other than what you see below this pie just has a bit of salt, vanilla, a little flour and of course a pie crust.

    coconut, sugar, eggs, butter & corn syrup

    I don’t know about you, but I’ve usually got a pie crust in my freezer and a bag of coconut in the pantry. The only thing I might have to pick up for making this coconut pie is corn syrup, and around the holidays that’s typically in my stash too.

    Just saying…you can put this sweet treat together in minutes with plain old ingredients you keep around the house.

    Using what you have is a recurring theme in southern cooking. Learn more in this article.

    The best toppings for this coconut pie recipe:

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    Honestly, it’s scrumptious without anything else on top. The coconut rises to the top of the filling and makes its own crispy top. But, if you want even more deliciousness you could make our Ice Cream with Brown Butter & Pecan Brittle. It makes the perfect amount in the little Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker (a favorite around here), and that would be one decadent dessert!

    coconut pie with one slice out

    We do like our coconut pie with just a simple dollop of whipped cream. That smooth creaminess pairs perfectly with the crispy top.

    slice of pie with bite on fork

    The crust.

    If you’ve been around Biscuits and Burlap long you know that Sara and I both are in it for the pie filling. If you love making your own pie crusts we respect that, but we’re more likely to use a frozen pie crust or one of those you find in the dairy section of your store.

    The exception to that is our Peanut Butter Pie because it’s made in an Oreo Crust. It’s simple to do and oh so good!

    And, please make note: This recipe is for a traditional pie pan, not deep dish. If you want to make a larger pie in a deep dish the ingredients would need to be increased accordingly. We have not tested it that way.

    slice of pie on plate with stand behind

    A few items you may need for making & serving this Coconut Pie Recipe:

    • Simple 9″ pie plate
    • Speckled look 9″ pie plate
    • Decorative pie server
    • Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker for making Ice Cream with Brown Butter & Pecan Brittle

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    This recipe made the list for Backyard BBQ Menu Ideas. For lots of others plus tips, tricks and planning help be sure to check it out.

    slice of pie with whipped cream

    Coconut Pie with Crispy Top

    A coconut pie recipe that's sweet and delicious, with a crusty layer of coconut on top.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Ingredients
      

    • 3 eggs beaten
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 cup light corn syrup
    • 1-½ teaspoons flour
    • ¼ cup butter melted
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup flaked coconut
    • 1 9" piecrust not deep dish

    Instructions
     

    • Stir all ingredients except butter and coconut together until well blended.
    • Add coconut and butter and blend well.
    • Pour into unbaked pie shell and bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes or until center is set.

    Notes

    If crust edge starts to brown excessively it may be shielded with aluminum foil.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    Categories: Desserts Tags: dessert

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    1. Kelly Anthony says

      November 12, 2019 at 3:48 pm

      5 stars
      I’m loving this twist on coconut pie. I especially like the toasty coconut on top with the creamy center.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 12, 2019 at 4:16 pm

        Thanks, Kelly. It’s pretty tasty 🙂

        Reply
    2. Emily says

      November 12, 2019 at 3:52 pm

      5 stars
      This coconut pie is delicious and perfect for the holiday season coming up!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 12, 2019 at 4:16 pm

        Thank you, Emily. Glad you like it!

        Reply
    3. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

      November 12, 2019 at 4:09 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds like a dessert my whole family would enjoy! Big coconut fans and this looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 12, 2019 at 4:17 pm

        We love coconut too, and it really is simply delicious!

        Reply
    4. Jenn says

      November 12, 2019 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      All of my favorite things are in this pie – I can’t wait to try it. Holidays or not, it’s on my baking list!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 12, 2019 at 4:17 pm

        Agree with you Jenn. There are lots of recipes that most people reserve for the holidays, but we enjoy them all year.

        Reply
    5. Anita says

      November 12, 2019 at 4:27 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy it is to put this lovely coconut pie together. And since we all love coconut more than nuts like pecans, this is going to be on our Thanksgiving menu. 🙂

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 12, 2019 at 4:40 pm

        Fantastic! We’re so happy to hear that Anita.

        Reply
    6. Sherrie says

      November 23, 2019 at 3:34 am

      This pie looks delicious and is going on our Christmas menu Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 23, 2019 at 1:44 pm

        So happy to hear that Sherrie. We hope your family loves it like ours does.

        Reply
    7. Cristina Alvarez says

      August 02, 2020 at 12:29 pm

      Hello, what type of coconut should I use?

      Reply
      • Pam says

        August 03, 2020 at 10:03 am

        Just the typical flaked coconut like you would find in a bag at the grocery store. https://delivery.publix.com/landing?product_id=38918&region_id=739210716&utm_medium=sem_shopping&utm_source=instacart_google&utm_campaign=ad_demand_shopping_pbi_publix_rp&utm_content=accountid-8847647239_campaignid-10371352302_adgroupid-102298299599_device-c

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