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Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
Make the Coconut Cream Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant coconut cream pudding mix and cold whole milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Combine the Filling: Gently fold the whipped cream into the coconut pudding mixture until fully combined and fluffy. Stir in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
Fill the Pie Crust: Spoon the coconut cream filling into the chilled graham cracker crust, spreading it out evenly. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Add the Topping: Spread the whipped topping or homemade whipped cream over the coconut filling. Garnish with toasted shredded coconut for extra flavor and texture.
Chill: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set. For best results, let the pie chill overnight.
Serve: Once set, slice the pie and serve chilled. Enjoy the cool, creamy coconut goodness!
Cooking Notes and Tips
Chilling Time: Allowing the pie to chill for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) ensures that the filling is firm and easy to slice.
Toasting Coconut: To toast the shredded coconut, spread it in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
Homemade Whipped Cream: For a more indulgent topping, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. This adds a richer flavor compared to store-bought whipped topping.
Variations
Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie: Add a layer of melted chocolate on top of the graham cracker crust before adding the filling for a chocolatey twist.
Pineapple Coconut Cream Pie: Fold in 1/2 cup of well-drained crushed pineapple to the coconut cream filling for a tropical flavor.
Almond Joy Inspired Pie: Add 1/4 cup of chopped almonds and 1/4 cup of mini chocolate chips to the filling for an Almond Joy-inspired version.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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