COCONUT CUSTARD PIE / BAKING WITH FASHION

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can mimic the flavor.

shredded coconut

🥗Healthier: toasted oats

💰Cheaper: dried coconut flakes

Toasted oats provide a similar texture with less fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil enhances coconut flavor while being dairy-free.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the pie crust and place it in a pie dish.

In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, and salt over medium heat.

Whisk eggs in a bowl until well blended.

Mix cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to create a slurry.

Add the egg mixture to the saucepan, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter until melted.

Fold in shredded coconut until evenly distributed.

Pour the custard mixture into the prepared pie crust.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the filling is set.

Allow to cool to room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream.

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