Description
French Coconut Pie is a delightful dessert featuring a rich coconut flavor and a creamy texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until fully combined.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pie pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in a teaspoon of almond extract along with the vanilla.
- Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg