Description
These Mini Coconut Cream Pies are the perfect bite-sized tropical treat! With a buttery graham cracker crust, luscious coconut cream filling, and a light whipped topping sprinkled with toasted coconut, they are an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these mini pies are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Coconut Cream Filling:
1 cup whole milk
1 cup coconut milk (canned, full-fat)
½ cup granulated sugar
3 tbsp cornstarch
¼ tsp salt
2 large egg yolks
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sweetened shredded coconut
For the Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press mixture firmly into a mini muffin tin to form small crusts.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- Make the Coconut Cream Filling:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together whole milk, coconut milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly pour about ½ cup of the warm milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly.
- Gradually pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan, stirring continuously.
- Cook until the mixture thickens (about 3-5 minutes), then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and shredded coconut.
- Let the filling cool slightly before using.
- Assemble the Mini Pies:
- Fill each cooled crust with the coconut cream filling.
- Smooth the tops and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Whip the Cream & Garnish:
- In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Pipe or spoon whipped cream onto each mini pie.
- Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top.
- Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve chilled and enjoy these creamy, coconut-filled delights!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert