COCONUT CREAM ANGEL PIE

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Mom whipped up this wonderful pie on impulse, using an ancient whisk and an old skillet. I am still amazed that it turned out perfect every time. -Ginny Werkmeister, Tilden, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Dough for single-crust pie
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
MERINGUE:
3 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°., Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 350°., In a small heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add milk; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir for 2 minutes longer., Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; stir in the coconut, butter and vanilla. Pour into crust., In a small bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing edges to crust. Sprinkle with coconut., Bake until golden brown, 17-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BK Rupawathi
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This pie looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Surjo Biswas
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I'm saving this recipe for my next dinner party.


Serenity Raker
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I'm allergic to coconut, so I can't eat this pie. But it looks delicious!


Ssozi Samuel
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Arif Rayhan
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed this pie. The filling was light and fluffy, and the crust was perfectly flaky.


Mdmosarof Hosein
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This pie is so good, I could eat it every day!


Zeba Maher
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I've been making this pie for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Vusumuzi Tshabalala
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This pie was a disappointment. The crust was soggy and the filling was too sweet.


T A
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I love this pie! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


As Atik
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This pie is absolutely delicious! The coconut cream filling is so rich and creamy, and the crust is perfectly flaky. I highly recommend this recipe.


Isaya Mabanda
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The only thing I would change about this recipe is to use a different type of crust. I find that a graham cracker crust is a little too sweet for my taste.


James Cooler
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This pie is so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it several times for my family and friends, and they all love it.


Victoria Loxodonta
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut desserts, but this pie was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was creamy and smooth.


MS 420
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This pie was a hit at my last dinner party! The coconut cream filling was light and fluffy, and the crust was perfectly flaky. Everyone raved about it.


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