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Coconut Rum Pie

Creamy Coconut Rum Pie for Your Tropical Dessert Dreams

This Coconut Rum Pie is a creamy, dreamy tropical dessert that combines rich coconut flavors and a hint of rum.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • ¾ cup sweetened shredded coconut or unsweetened for a lighter pie
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar sugar alternative is acceptable
  • ½ cup melted butter unsalted recommended
  • ½ cup whole milk can substitute with coconut milk
  • 3 large eggs for custard structure
  • ¼ cup coconut cream for tropical essence
  • ¼ cup dark or spiced rum light or coconut rum is an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the unbaked pie crust in a pie dish.
  2. Sprinkle ¾ cup of sweetened shredded coconut evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie crust.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together ¾ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup melted butter, and ½ cup whole milk until smooth. Add 3 large eggs, ¼ cup coconut cream, ¼ cup dark rum, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon coconut extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Blend until silky and well mixed.
  4. Carefully pour the filling mixture over the layer of shredded coconut in your pie crust.
  5. Place the pie into your preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is set but jiggles slightly.
  6. Allow the Coconut Rum Pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill overnight for richer flavors. Use high-quality rum for best results.

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