How To Make Coconut Cream Meringue Pie
What better way to get you in a happy mood than having a slice of pie? These baked dishes are perfect for those who can’t get enough of flaky pastries. From an apple variant to a lemon meringue, these pies pastries recipes will satisfy your pie and pastry cravings.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
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In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
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In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of the hot coconut mixture. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and vanilla extract. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
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In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add in the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
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Spread the meringue over the coconut filling, making sure to seal the edges of the pie crust.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown. Allow the pie to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 300kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 9g
- Cholesterol : 105mg
- Sodium : 220mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 40g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 22g
- Protein : 5g
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