Truly the BEST Coconut Cream Pie EVER! This is my Dad’s favorite pie and it is truly amazing! Made with coconut milk for extra creamy, coconut flavor! Best part? The custard. And I totally made it in the microwave.
Love coconut desserts? Make sure to try The Best Coconut Macaroons and these Coconut Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars – outrageously good!
Coconut Cream Pie
My Dad is a bit predictable therefore I can tell you almost exactly what he wants for his birthday menu each year.
He frequently chooses my Nana’s To-Die-For Carrot Cake or her German Chocolate Cake (a recipe I keep meaning to share but the cake always gets eaten too quickly…). His other favorite is Coconut Cream Pie. On the rare occasion we go out to eat for his birthday, he likes to go to Marie Callender’s.
And it’s for one simple reason. Their pie. He has about a half-dozen favorites but his number one, go-to pie is their Coconut Cream Pie.
What To Serve With Coconut Cream Pie
My sister has made it for him in the past but this year it’s all me. His birthday is tomorrow and the menu has been set.
- BBQ Beef Ribs with my mom’s killer bbq sauce
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Mojito Fruit Salad
- Dad’s Green Jell-O Salad
- Coconut Cream Pie
I have to say, I’m excited because his is just what I’m bringing and I know my sister is always good some additional treats.
I was feeling a bit lazy so I made the custard filling in the microwave. And for those of you that just freaked out a little, trust me, it’s totally okay. In fact, it’s amazing. Quick, easy and absolutely my preferred method.
What’s In Coconut Cream Pie
- coconut
- coconut milk
- half and half
- eggs
- sugar
- corn starch
- salt
- coconut extract or vanilla extract
- pie crust
- heavy whipping cream
- powdered sugar
The coconut cream filling is the best part of the coconut cream pie because I don’t skimp on ingredients. I used coconut milk – not lite! – and half and half for an ultra-creamy and rich filling. The coconut extract takes the filling over the top but if you don’t have any or can’t find it, vanilla extract also works beautifully.
In addition, I pulled out all the stops and made a fresh whipped cream topping but if you’re feeling exhausted from microwaving the custard filling, Cool Whip is an easy alternative.
Finally, to finish the coconut cream pie recipe off, I top it with lightly toasted coconut giving the pie a lovely, delicate look.
I am so excited to be bringing this pie up to my Dad’s this weekend and I know he is going to LOVE it! I’m betting you are going to love it too! This easy coconut cream pie is so fabulous – definitely a recipe you need to try!
More Favorite Coconut Desserts
- Coconut Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Gooey Bars
- Raspberry Coconut Magic Bars
- Cherry Coconut Magic Bars
- Strawberry Coconut Smoothie
- Coconut Cream Pie Cookie Cups
How To Make Coconut Cream Pie
Dad’s Coconut Cream Pie
Ingredients
- 13.5 oz coconut milk
- 1 1/2 cups half and half
- 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk beaten
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut divided
- 1 tsp coconut extract or vanilla extract
- 1 deep dish pie shell baked and cooled (I used Pillsbury)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla or coconut extract
Instructions
- Combine coconut milk, half and half, eggs, sugar, corn starch and salt in a large, microwave safe bowl. (I use my large Pyrex measuring cup.) Stir.
- Microwave on high for one minute, stir. Repeat until a thick custard has developed. 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups coconut and coconut extract.
- Pour coconut custard into cooled pie shell.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread coconut on baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Keep continuous watch on the coconut - it burns easily.
- Whip heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add in sugar and extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream on top of coconut custard and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Keep refrigerated.
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Originally published March 14, 2014.
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Patty says
I made your “Dad’s” Coconut Cream Pie today. It was so easy and love not standing at the stove stirring for what seems like hours. Microwave is so much easier. It is in the refrigerator now and I hope it sets up; at least overnight. It has been in the frig for about 5 hrs. and is still “jiggling”….my hubby is in there now with a spoon to “taste test” it….already know it is yummy because I tasted before I put it in to thicken. Thanks for sharing this recipe….love your ideas….
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
It should have set up by 5 hours Patty. Let me know how it goes!
Jen @ Jen's Favorite Cookies says
We LOVE coconut at our house, and I’ve been searching for a really excellent coconut cream pie recipe. I can’t wait to try this one!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
We are totally sold on this one Jen – enjoy!
Ala says
The ease of this is fantastic! You’re so lucky to have a dad who really appreciates these types of sweet treats; I love my dad to the end of the world and back, but his lack of a sweet tooth can be disconcerting sometimes 🙂 I’m really not sure how we’re related in the tastebud department…anyway, pinned!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
LOL! Yes, my dad LOVES his sweets 🙂 Thanks Ala!
Lisa@ Cooking with Curls says
Your pie looks gorgeous Trish! I’m totally in, as long as I can leave out the actual coconut,lol 😉 Thanks so much for sharing with us at Best of the Weekend. Pinned to our party board!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Lisa!!
Vicky says
Looks delicious! I’ve never actually tried coconut cream pie before but yours is making me wish I had a slice right now : ))
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Vicky!
Zainab @ Blahnik Baker says
I always order a slice of the coconut cream pie at this local restaurant and I’ve been meaning to create my own this spring. But now I don’t!! You dad’s pie looks amazing and sounds exactly like the one I love here. Can’t wait to try it.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
It’s SO good Zainab! Thank you!
michael says
Your Coconut Cream Pie looks to die for! I love Coconut Cream pie:-) I fund your site by linking from another blog, glad I did!
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Kelly - LEFT SIDE OF THE TABLE says
Love that this is your fathers favorite 🙂 I’ve never had coconut pie!! And with my love of coconut right now, I have no idea how I have let this go on for SO long! Must try this! Thanks for sharing, beautiful pictures!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You must give it a try Kelly – sooo good!
Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says
Dang, girl! THis is the one time that I’m glad to not live close to you. This is my all time favorite pie, I avoid it like the plague because I can eat the whole pie alone 🙂 It looks so good, I can actually lick the screen!
lorraine williamson says
hi visiting from inspire us and I love your recipe will be making it soon so easy thanks for sharing following on bloglovin have a great day
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Lorraine!
Chris at Hye Thyme Cafe says
Can’t wait to try this one! I love all things coconut. And Happy B-Day to your Dad! 🙂 [PinItThurs]
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you Chris!!
cathy says
Whoa this looks great! My hubby loves coconut creme pie but I have never ventured to make it, now I will definitely be giving this recipe a whirl! Pinned and love it! Found it on artsy corner Thursday! 🙂
Cathy
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thnak you so much Cathy!
Kellie says
Hi Trish, I love the recipes.. I was wondering if you posted the recipe for your Nana’s German Chocolate cake?
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
I love how creamy and coconut-y this pie is!! And custard in the microwave…say what? That’s all kinds of crazy awesome!!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yes – seriously awesome Jocelyn 🙂 Thank you!
AJ Everton says
So sweet and creamy.
Nice move, making it in the microwave! I love recipes that make things easy and delicious.
Thank you for sharing!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Me too AJ! Thank yoU!