French Coconut Pie Cook's Country Recipe
Description
French Coconut Pie is a delicious pastry that has the perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and crunchy. A French Coconut Pie typically consists of a shortcrust pastry, a coconut-flavored custard filling, and a crunchy topping made from a combination of coconut, sugar, and butter. It's an easy-to-make recipe that is sure to please your family and friends!
This French Coconut Pie recipe is a classic from Cook's Country. It's a great way to enjoy a delicious dessert without feeling guilty. The crust is made with a combination of butter and flour, while the filling is made with eggs, sugar, and coconut milk, and the topping is made with a combination of butter, sugar, and coconut. The result is a delicious pie that is sure to leave your guests begging for more!
Ingredients
For the crust: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, 2 tablespoons ice water.
For the filling: 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 2 cups coconut milk, 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
For the topping: 2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut, 1/3 cup dark brown sugar, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch pie plate.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water and stir until the dough comes together. Roll the dough into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Place the dough in the prepared pie plate and crimp the edges. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, eggs, and vanilla. Add the coconut milk mixture to the sugar mixture and whisk until combined. Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
4. In a small bowl, combine the coconut, brown sugar, and flour. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the topping over the filling.
5. Bake the pie for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.
Equipment
To make this French Coconut Pie recipe, you will need a medium bowl, a small bowl, a rolling pin, an 8-inch pie plate, and a whisk.
Notes
This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
This French Coconut Pie recipe is a delicious and indulgent treat. Each slice contains approximately 387 calories, 18 grams of fat, and 34 grams of sugar.
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