Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie

This Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Serves 8

Ingredients

  • 1 (9-inch) prepared graham cracker crust

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup cornstarch

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk

  • 4 large egg yolks

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.

  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

  • Whisk in the milk and egg yolks until smooth.

  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils.

  • Remove from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla.

  • Stir in the coconut and chocolate chips.

  • Pour the mixture into the prepared crust.

  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until the filling is set.

  • Let cool completely.

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form.

  • Spread the whipped cream over the cooled pie.

  • Garnish with additional shredded coconut, if desired.

  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.