Ultra-creamy coconut custard, flaky crust, fluffy whipped cream, and toasted coconut on top — rich, silky, bakery-style perfection.

🛒 Ingredients (9-inch Pie | 8 slices)

🥧 Crust

• 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

  • Optional deluxe upgrade: Brush crust with melted chocolate and chill (prevents sogginess).

🥥 Coconut Custard Filling

• 1 cup whole milk

• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk

• ¾ cup sugar

• ¼ tsp salt

• 4 large egg yolks

• ¼ cup cornstarch

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1½ tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

☁ Whipped Cream Topping

• 1½ cups heavy whipping cream

• 3 tbsp powdered sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla

✨ Garnish

• ½ cup toasted coconut flakes

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Toast Coconut

Spread coconut on a baking sheet.
Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 5–8 minutes until golden.
Cool completely.

2️⃣ Make the Custard

1. In a saucepan, heat milk, coconut milk, sugar, and salt until steaming (not boiling).

2. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks + cornstarch until smooth.

3. Slowly pour some hot milk into egg mixture (temper).

4. Pour everything back into saucepan.

5. Cook on medium, whisking constantly, until thick (about 3–5 minutes).

6. Remove from heat. Stir in butter, vanilla, and shredded coconut.

3️⃣ Fill & Chill

• Pour custard into baked crust.

• Press plastic wrap directly onto surface (prevents skin).

• Chill 4 hours or overnight.

4️⃣ Whipped Cream

Beat heavy cream + sugar + vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Spread or pipe over chilled pie.

Top with toasted coconut.

🌟 What Makes It “Deluxe”?

✔ Combination of whole milk + coconut milk (extra rich)
✔ Egg yolk custard for silkiness
✔ Toasted coconut topping
✔ Optional chocolate crust layer

🧪 Texture & Taste

• Creamy, smooth custard

• Light airy whipped topping

• Slight crunch from toasted coconut

• Balanced sweetness

🥗 Nutrition (Approx Per Slice)

• Calories: 420–480

• Carbs: 40–45g

• Fat: 30g

• Protein: 5–6g

⚖ WW Points Estimate

Traditional version:
➡ 14–17 points per slice

Lighter swaps:

• Light coconut milk

• Sugar substitute

• Reduced-fat whipped topping

Modified version:
➡ 9–11 points per slice

🌿 Is It Anti-Inflammatory?

Coconut has some beneficial fats, but:
❌ High sugar
❌ Refined crust
❌ Heavy cream

Best enjoyed occasionally as a treat.

❄ Storage

Refrigerate up to 4 days.
Do not freeze (texture may separate).