Ingredients
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For the Pie:
- 1 pre-made 9-inch crust (graham cracker or Golden Oreo crust)
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) of instant coconut pudding mix
- 3½ cups cold whole milk
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1-2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip or stabilized whipped cream)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup toasted coconut or crushed cookies (Golden Oreos, vanilla wafers, or graham crackers)
Instructions
- Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant coconut pudding mix with cold whole milk. Whisk with an electric hand mixer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Gently fold in the sweetened shredded coconut using a rubber spatula, maintaining a light and fluffy texture throughout the mixture.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the coconut pudding mixture into your pre-made pie crust. Use a spatula to carefully spread it evenly across the base, creating a smooth surface. The filling may still appear soft at this stage, but it will set properly during chilling.
- Chill the Pie: Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, preferably overnight. This crucial chilling time allows the pudding to set completely and the coconut flavors to fully develop and meld together into a cohesive custard.
- Add the Whipped Topping: Once the pie is fully set, remove from the refrigerator and spread the whipped topping evenly over the surface. For a decorative finish, create swirls with the back of a spoon or use a piping bag with a star tip for a more elegant presentation.
- Decorate and Serve: Sprinkle the toasted coconut or crushed cookies over the whipped topping layer. To toast coconut, heat it in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly until golden brown and fragrant. Slice the finished pie into 8-10 portions and serve chilled.
Notes
- For extra coconut flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of coconut extract to the pudding mixture.
- The pie can be made up to 2 days in advance and kept refrigerated.
- If you prefer homemade whipped cream over store-bought, whip 2 cups of heavy cream with 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- For a more sophisticated flavor, try using unsweetened coconut and adding a tablespoon of rum to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg