Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie

My Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie Recipe is a delicious super creamy pie filled with yummy coconut flavor. One of my easiest pies that are always requested by family and friends. Assembling the pie takes about 10 minutes and once it is baked, you have a delicious homemade pie!

Make this delicious coconut custard pie with my homemade buttery flaky pie crust! Your family and friends will love the pie!

The pie has triple coconut flavor from the cream of coconut (which is actually creamless), coconut extract and shredded coconut! The perfect amount of coconut without being too sweet.

Homemade Coconut Custard Pie is so easy to make, you will never want a store bought pie again!

I have been planning a recipe for today, #PiDay for some time. I was chatting with my son, who’s here for a visit from California.

He insisted I share this recipe for Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie! His favorite dessert and I agree, he picked an awesome homemade coconut pie recipe! Spot on amazing and delicious!

Cooking is a love of mine from a small age. In the past, I have always baked from recipes! My youngest, Dee is an awesome baker and has inspired me to get courageous and create new baking recipes.

This Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie is one that I am proud to call my own! I have made this countless times and have worked on the flavors.

My kids have loved being taste testers. Sort of like the Italian Rainbow Cookies and Pecan Crescent Cookies! The family now enjoys those cookies all the time!

FAQs on Coconut Custard Pie:

Can Coconut Custard Pie be frozen?

As much as I love the ability to make ahead many recipes. Custard Pies do not freeze well. As they defrost, they tend to get watery. Since it is an easy pie filling, it does not affect a lot. You can freeze the homemade flaky pie crust which can always reduce prep time.

How long can coconut custard pie or any custard pie be kept in the fridge?

This coconut custard pie and any other custard pie I have made stays fresh for 2-3 days wrapped well in the fridge.

What is the difference between coconut custard and coconut cream pie?

Coconut custard pie is usually milk based and coconut cream has heavy cream as an ingredient. My coconut custard pie takes the best of both, coconut cream and milk make an amazing pie filling.

How can you tell when the pie is done?

Use the jiggle test, when you gently move the pie, the center should just slightly move, not jiggle a lot and your pie is done baking.

Is coconut custard pie best served cold or warm?

Coconut Custard Pie can be served either cold or warm. Personally, I love it cold!

I have been thinking, how long have I been making this coconut pie, I wish my math was wrong but it’s at least 30 years. I wish I could tell you I came out of the womb making this pie, haha!

However, to be positive, this is such a popular pie with my family and friends. It is one of my most requested pies and it’s really easy to make!

I have a homemade flaky pie crust, that is so flaky and delicious. I make a few at a time and freeze the crusts for another day.

Please feel free, if time is an issue to use a store made pie crust, no judging here, ever! We all have busy lives and adjustments are needed.

If I am in a time crunch. I’d rather make a healthy under 30 minutes meal than make a pie crust. It’s all about moderation.

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Useful tools to make Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie:

• Ninja Blender/Food Processor: I upgraded to this after my blender burned out! Love it! Durable, easy, always a great job!
• 9 1/2 inch round pie pan: My first glass pie pan. I still use is this one! My Granny gave me one in high school.

How to make Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie:

1. Either make a homemade flaky pie crust or store made.
2. Combine all the ingredients in a blender and combine for about 2 minutes. 

1. Add the coconut custard to the pie crust.

1. Bake the coconut pie at 350 in center of oven. Begin checking at 30 minutes. The middle will jiggle slightly when done. The coconut custard pie will finish cooking as it cools.

Here are a few other tasty coconut recipes:

Coconut Curry Rice and Vegetables

No-Bake Coconut Date Energy Bites

Frozen Vanilla Coconut Yogurt Bark

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Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie

A delicious coconut custard pie filled with coconut flavor and not too sweet.  Super easy to prepare using coconut cream, milk, coconut extract, coconut flakes, and a flaky pastry shell.  One of my most popular requested recipes.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword comfort baking, family dessert

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Resting time 15 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 8 servings

Calories 357 kcal

Author Eileen xo

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch buttery flaky pie crust or store bought
• 1 cup low-fat milk
• 1 cup cream of coconut ie Coco Lopez
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Note 1
• 1/2 cup sugar Note 1
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon pure coconut extract

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare the pie crust in the 9-inch pie plate or use a store made pie crust.

2. In a blender, combine milk, cream of coconut, shredded coconut, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and coconut. Blend for about 3 minutes.  Add to the prepared flaky pie crust. Place the pie on a cookie sheet. Bake for 45 minutes. At 35 minutes, check the center of pie. You do not want to over bake. Pie is done when the center is wobbly. As the pie rests, the center continues to cook.  

To Make Old Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie using a hand mixer

1. In a large bowl, combine milk, cream of coconut, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and coconut. Blend for about 3 minutes. Add the coconut mixture to the prepared flaky pie crust. Place the pie on a cookie sheet. Bake for 45 minutes. At 35 minutes, check the center of pie. You do not want to over bake. Pie is done when the center is wobbly. As the pie rests, the center continues to cook.  
   

2. Once the pie is cooked. Remove from oven to a cooling rack. Let cool completely. Can be stored 2 days wrapped in the fridge. Serve and enjoy. I add no cream or any decorations as this pie is awesome on its own and needs nor further sweets.  Feel free to add whip cream if you feel it.

Recipe Notes

Note 1: Use 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut and 1/2 cup sugar. If using unsweetened shredded coconut, increase sugar to 1 cup.

 

Note 2: I have gotten many questions asking how to tell if the pie is done baking. I use the jiggle test if the center of the pie only slightly jiggles, the pie is done. 

 

Note 3: I am not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes

 

Nutrition Facts

Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie

Amount Per Serving (1 slice)

Calories 357 Calories from Fat 126

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 14g 22%

Saturated Fat 8g 40%

Cholesterol 95mg 32%

Sodium 154mg 6%

Potassium 96mg 3%

Total Carbohydrates 50g 17%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 38g

Protein 5g 10%

Vitamin A 3.3%

Calcium 5.3%

Iron 5.5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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To celebrate #PiDay, a group of my favorite food bloggers has come together to celebrate many versions of pies! This event is hosted by the fabulous Coleen who runs The RedHead Baker!

I just love her blog. Besides being a fellow ginger, Coleen is an amazing baker and recipe creator.  Do yourself a favor and follow Coleen for amazing recipes! In addition, below are the #PiDay Recipes. They are all awesome and I cannot wait to make all of them.

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• Beef Stew Pot Pie with Homemade Puff Pastry Topping by Amy’s Cooking Adventures
• Brownie Mint Pie by Family Around The Table
• Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie by Strawberry Blondie Kitchen
• Chocolate Mint Pie by Karen’s Kitchen Stories
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart by The Redhead Baker
• Chocolate Velvet Pie with Meringue Crust by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Cinnamon Streusel-Topped Carrot Pie by Cooking With Carlee
• Coconut Chess Pie by The Spiffy Cookie
• Crazy Easy No Bake Key Lime Pie by Jonesin’ For Taste
• Easy Buttermilk Pie Recipe by West Via Midwest
• Easy Lemon Pie by Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids
• Lamb, Basmati Rice, and Grape Leaf Pi(e) by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
• Mini Lemon Meringue Pies by Cookaholic Wife
• Mixed Berry Mini Pies by Bear & Bug Eats
• Old Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie by Everyday Eileen
• Shamrock Shake Pie by Kate’s Recipe Box
• Smoked Salmon and Herb Pie by A Day in the Life on the Farm
• Strawberry Lemonade Pie by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
• Strawberry Pie by Palatable Pastime
• Torta Pascualina (Spinach Ricotta Pie) by Caroline’s Cooking
• Upside Down Apple Pie by Jolene’s Recipe Journal