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Coconut Cream Pie (Gluten & Dairy Free)

Creamy coconut custard layered over a shortbread cookie crumb crust, topped with coconut whipped cream and crunchy bits of toasted coconut. Don't be afraid to indulge in this coconut cream pie recipe- it's gluten and dairy free!
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Chill Time:2 hours
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: coconut cream pie
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 559kcal

Ingredients

For the coconut custard:

For the coconut whipped cream:

For the crust:

For the garnish:

Instructions

To make the coconut custard:

  • Pour the coconut milk into a small pot and place over medium heat until small bubbles form around the edges.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  • Slowly pour the hot coconut milk over the egg mixture, while whisking, to warm the eggs.
  • Place the mixture back into the pot and place over low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a bubble and becomes very thick.
  • Transfer to a heat safe container and lay plastic wrap over the surface. Chill for 2 hours.
  • When the custard has cooled completely, fold in the shredded coconut and coconut extract.

To make the coconut whipped cream:

  • Turn the cold can of coconut milk upside-down, and open the bottom. Pour off the clear liquid and reserve for another use (it's great in a smoothie!).
  • Place the hardened coconut milk in a medium mixing bowl, add the honey, and whip on high speed.

To make the garnish:

  • Place the coconut in a small skillet over medium heat, and toast, stirring, until crisp and browned.

To assemble the pies:

  • Place 2 tablespoons of crust at the bottoms of each of (6) 4-ounce mason jars.
  • Layer the coconut custard on top.
  • Top with coconut whipped cream.
  • Garnish with toasted coconut.

Nutrition

Calories: 559kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 33g | Cholesterol: 203mg | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Vitamin C: 2.3mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 3.7mg