Description
This French Coconut Pie with Dulce de Leche combines a flaky pie crust with a rich, creamy coconut filling swirled with luscious dulce de leche. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a delightful balance of sweet coconut flavor and caramel notes, making it an indulgent yet approachable dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Filling
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature while you prepare the pie.
- Prepare the pie crust: Place the unbaked 9-inch pie crust into a pie dish, making sure it fits snugly and set it aside for later filling.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted butter, whole milk, lightly beaten eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Add coconut: Stir the sweetened shredded coconut into the filling mixture until evenly distributed.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the coconut filling into the prepared pie crust. Spoon the 1/2 cup dulce de leche over the top and gently swirl it into the filling without fully mixing, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top turns a golden brown color.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack; this lets the filling firm up for clean slices.
- Serve: Before serving, drizzle additional dulce de leche over the top for extra sweetness and presentation. Slice into 8 servings and enjoy.
Notes
- This pie firms up as it cools, so allow at least 2 hours before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
- Toasted coconut sprinkled on top adds a crunchy texture and enhances the coconut flavor.
- Use homemade or high-quality dulce de leche for best flavor results.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
