Creamy Coconut Custard Pie with Whipped Cream & Toasted Coconut

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Why You’ll Love This Pie

This dessert hits ALL the right textures:

  • Buttery crisp crust
  • Smooth vanilla custard filling
  • Light whipped cream topping
  • Crunchy toasted coconut
  • Not too sweet, perfectly balanced
  • Great for Ramadan, family dinners, or guests

And honestly… it tastes even better cold the next day.

## Ingredients You’ll Need

Crust

  • 2 cups crushed biscuits or graham crackers
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Coconut Custard Filling

  • 2 ½ cups milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)

Topping

  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½–1 cup toasted coconut flakes

Simple ingredients. Big flavor.

## Step 1 – Make the Crust

First we build the base.

  1. Crush biscuits until fine crumbs
  2. Mix with melted butter + sugar
  3. Press firmly into pie dish (bottom + sides)
  4. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes
  5. Let cool

You want it compact and golden.

Tip: Press with the bottom of a glass for a super smooth crust.

## Step 2 – Toast the Coconut

This step changes everything.

  1. Spread coconut flakes on tray
  2. Bake 5–7 minutes
  3. Stir once
  4. Remove when golden brown

Smell = AMAZING.

Toasting gives:

  • nuttier flavor
  • crunch
  • bakery-style look

Don’t skip this.

## Step 3 – Prepare the Custard Filling

Now comes the creamy magic ✨

In a bowl:

  • Whisk egg yolks + sugar + cornstarch until smooth

In a saucepan:

  • Heat milk + cream (don’t boil)

Slowly pour warm milk into egg mix while whisking.

Return everything to the pot.

Cook on medium heat:

  • stir constantly
  • after 4–6 minutes it thickens

When thick like pudding:

  • add butter
  • vanilla
  • shredded coconut

Stir until smooth and glossy.

Taste test… it should be rich and dreamy.

## Step 4 – Fill the Crust

While custard is still warm:

  1. Pour into cooled crust
  2. Spread evenly
  3. Tap dish gently to remove air bubbles

Cover with plastic wrap touching the surface (prevents skin).

Chill at least 3–4 hours or until fully set.

Overnight is even better.

Patience = perfect slices.

## Step 5 – Make Whipped Cream

Right before serving:

  1. Beat cold heavy cream
  2. Add powdered sugar + vanilla
  3. Whip until soft peaks

Don’t overwhip or it becomes butter.

You want soft, fluffy clouds.

Spread or pipe on top.

## Step 6 – Final Decoration

Sprinkle toasted coconut generously.

Don’t be shy.

The contrast between white cream + golden coconut looks gorgeous.

Slice… and enjoy that clean creamy cut 😍

## Texture & Taste (What to Expect)

Let me paint the picture:

First bite:

Crunchy crust → silky custard → airy cream → nutty coconut

It’s:

  • creamy like pudding
  • light like mousse
  • slightly tropical
  • buttery and sweet

Not heavy. Not greasy. Just smooth happiness.

## Pro Tips for Perfect Results

Use full-fat milk

Better creaminess

Stir constantly

Custard burns fast

Chill completely

Warm pie won’t slice clean

Toast coconut slowly

It burns quickly, watch carefully

Whip cream cold

Cold bowl + cold cream = fluffy peaks

## Fun Variations

Chocolate Coconut Pie

Add melted chocolate to custard

Mango Coconut

Add mango puree layer

Lemon Coconut

Add lemon zest for freshness

No-bake version

Skip baking crust → refrigerate instead

Extra coconut flavor

Use coconut milk instead of regular milk

So easy to customize.

## Storage Tips

Fridge

Keep covered → up to 4 days

Freezer

Freeze slices → up to 1 month

Serve cold

Best texture straight from fridge

Hot weather dessert? Perfect.

## Serving Ideas

Try with:

  • coffee
  • mint tea
  • vanilla ice cream
  • fresh berries
  • caramel drizzle

Or just eat straight from the plate… no judgment 😂

## Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Custard too thin → cook longer

❌ Lumpy custard → whisk more

❌ Coconut burned → toast slowly

❌ Cutting warm → messy slices

Simple fixes, easy success.

## Final Thoughts

This Coconut Custard Pie is one of those desserts that feels like:

“Did you buy this from a bakery??”

But you secretly know… you made it at home in pajamas 😄

It’s creamy, cozy, and impressive without stress. Perfect for guests or family nights.

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