Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a pie dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix in the flour and salt, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Fold in the shredded coconut.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pie dish.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before slicing to let the pie firm up.
Notes
- For a smoother custard pie, omit the coconut.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Use unsweetened coconut for a less sweet version.
- Replace part of the milk with half-and-half for added richness.
- Serve warm, chilled, or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
