Best 6 Grandmothers Coconut Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a nostalgic culinary journey with Grandmother's Coconut Pie, a delightful dessert that embodies the essence of comfort and tradition. This classic pie features a flaky, buttery crust that encapsulates a creamy, velvety coconut filling, delicately scented with hints of vanilla and nutmeg. As you take a bite, the rich flavors of coconut and butter dance on your palate, leaving a trail of sweetness that lingers. Accompanying this treasured recipe are variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and unique flavor combinations. For those with a gluten intolerance, a gluten-free crust option ensures everyone can savor this timeless treat. Additionally, a chocolate coconut pie variation tantalizes taste buds with its rich, decadent layers of chocolate and coconut, while a coconut cream pie offers a lighter, refreshing twist on the classic. These variations promise an unforgettable culinary experience, whether you're a traditionalist or adventurous eater.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

OLD FASHIONED COCONUT CREAM PIE



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This is a tried-and-true, old-fashioned coconut cream pie. Took many years of searching and baking to find the right one and this is it! Enjoy!

Provided by Carol H.

Categories     Desserts     Pies     No-Bake Pie Recipes

Time 4h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
3 cups half-and-half
2 eggs, beaten
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked
1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread the coconut on a baking sheet and bake it, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the half-and-half, eggs, sugar, flour and salt and mix well. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes more. Remove the pan from the heat, and stir in 3/4 cup of the toasted coconut and the vanilla extract. Reserve the remaining coconut to top the pie.
  • Pour the filling into the pie shell and chill until firm, about 4 hours.
  • Top with whipped topping and with the reserved coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.8 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 80.1 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 275.9 mg, Sugar 23.4 g

GRANDMOTHER'S COCONUT PIE



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My grandmother used to make this recipe for every holiday get together.

Provided by Debbie Thurmond

Categories     Pies

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 stick butter, softened
1 1/2 c sugar
3 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 Tbsp white vinegar
1 tsp vanilla
2 c shredded coconut

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • 2. Mix butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and vinegar. Blend in 1 ½ cups of the coconut.
  • 3. Pour into your favorite made from scratch, refrigerated, or frozen 9 inch pie crust.(I use a frozen 9 inch deep dish crust.)
  • 4. Sprinkle the remaining coconut over the top of pie and lightly press into the mixture.
  • 5. Bake at 325 degrees for one hour or until set and golden brown. Enjoy!

OLD-FASHIONED COCONUT PIE



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My husband says it's not good cooking unless it's made from scratch. This is an old-fashioned way of making coconut pie from scratch. -Barbara Smith, Franklin, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Dash salt
3 large egg yolks
2 cups whole milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1 pie shell (9 inches), baked
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Combine egg yolks and milk; stir into dry ingredients until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and 1 cup coconut. Pour hot filling into pie shell. , For meringue, beat egg whites in a bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar until mixture forms stiff glossy peaks and sugar is dissolved. Spread meringue over hot filling. Sprinkle with remaining coconut. , Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden. Cool. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GRANNY'S COCONUT PIE



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This recipe has been passed down through the generations. My great grandma always made this pie, then my grandmother took over, and now it isn't a holiday unless this pie is there. Posting here for safekeeping as I would be heartbroken if my well worn recipe page ever got lost...

Provided by MsSally

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 2 pies, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 frozen pie crusts (deep dish-thawed)
1 cup milk
2 1/2 cups flaked coconut (1 7oz bag)
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
6 eggs
1/2 cup butter

Steps:

  • Put coconut in a bowl. Pour milk over and set aside.
  • Cream butter and sugar, add eggs one at a time till mixed well. Add vanilla.
  • Stir in coconut and milk.
  • Poke thawed crusts well with a fork. Pour batter evenly into the two crusts.
  • Bake at 350 for 30 to 40 mins or till center is almost set and pie is golden brown.
  • Note: If crusts starts to brown too quickly cover it with tin foil for remainder of cook time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.4, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 96.7, Sodium 206.5, Carbohydrate 39.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 30.9, Protein 4

GRANDMA'S COCONUT CUSTARD PIE



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Make and share this Grandma's Coconut Custard Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 2rosebud

Categories     Pie

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups milk, scalded
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup flaked coconut
1 flaky pastry crust (aunt nancy's)

Steps:

  • Combine eggs, salt and sugar.
  • Add milk and vanilla slowly.
  • Line pie pan with prepared pastry and pour in filling.
  • Sprinkle with nutmeg and coconut.
  • Bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 325 degrees and bake 30-40 minutes or until knife inserted in center of pie comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.2, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 118.6, Sodium 293.1, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 16.8, Protein 7.8

GREAT GRANDMA'S COCONUT CREAM PIE



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Be prepared to have no leftovers when you serve this fantastic coconut cream pie. It's light, fluffy, and super creamy. Perfect for a holiday dessert but easy enough to serve when company is coming for dinner. We opted to lightly toast the coconut and highly suggest taking the extra step. So good!

Provided by Beverley Williams

Categories     Pies

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c milk
1 c sweetened, flaked coconut
1 c light cream
1/2 c sugar
2 Tbsp corn starch
2 eggs, separated
1 tsp vanilla
1 pre-made pie crust
8 oz whipped cream

Steps:

  • 1. Bake pie crust according to directions on package and cool completely.
  • 2. Place milk and light cream in a double boiler. If you can't find light cream, combine 3 Tbsp melted butter (room temperature) and 1 scant cup of whole milk.
  • 3. Add sugar and bring to a boil.
  • 4. Add 2 Tbsp cold water to corn starch. Stir well.
  • 5. In a bowl beat egg yolks until they are light.
  • 6. Add the corn starch mixture to the yolks. Mix well.
  • 7. Add egg mixture to the milk mixture in the double boiler. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 8. Remove from heat. Add vanilla and coconut.
  • 9. Stir. Let stand 30 minutes.
  • 10. Pour into prepared crust.
  • 11. Cover with plastic wrap and chill 30 minutes or until set.
  • 12. Remove plastic wrap. Cover with whipped cream and coconut flakes (toasted optional).

Tips:

  • Use fresh coconut: Fresh coconut meat yields the best flavor and texture for the pie filling.
  • Toast the coconut: Toasting the coconut before adding it to the pie filling enhances its flavor and gives it a golden color.
  • Don't overcook the pie: The pie is done when the center is just set and the top is golden brown. Overcooking will make the filling dry and rubbery.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving: This allows the filling to set and the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

This coconut pie recipe is a delicious and classic dessert that is sure to please everyone. With its flaky crust, creamy coconut filling, and toasted coconut topping, it's the perfect pie for any occasion. Whether you're making it for a special event or just for a weeknight treat, this pie is sure to be a hit.

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