Coconut Custard Pie

This is a quick, old-fashioned pie that really delivers on coconut flavor! You can make your own pastry or use a ready-made crust, but the filling comes together easily in one bowl. You can top this pie with whipped cream, or even a meringue, or serve it with a little vanilla ice cream on the side. It's also wonderful as-is!
When I make pastry, I always make a double-crust recipe, even when I'm baking a single-crust pie like this one. I wrap up the half I'm not using well, and put it in the freezer for later use.
Recipe for double-crust pie:
2 cups flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. sugar
2/3 cup shortening (you can use vegetable shortening or butter or a combination of the two, or you can use lard)
7-8 TBSP ice cold water
Whisk together dry ingredients in large bowl. Add shortening and cut into flour mixture with a pastry blender. Continue until you start seeing pieces that resemble the size of gravel. Sprinkle over with 4 TBSP cold water, and toss with a fork. Sprinkle over remaining cold water and toss until it starts to stick together and then form a ball. Gather with hands and shape into ball. Cut in half with knife. Shape each half into disk and wrap each with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 30-60 minutes before rolling out. If not using both disks, freeze extra one.
Filling:
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled to room temperature
3 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 TBSP flour
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
In a large bowl, beat buttermilk, butter, eggs, sugar, flour, salt and vanilla together until well blended. Add coconut and stir in. Transfer filling to a 9-inch pie plate lined with an unbaked pastry crust. Bake in center of a 325 degree oven for 50-60 minutes, until top of pie is golden brown and center is set.
Allow pie to cool completely before cutting. Keep any leftover pie in the refrigerator.

[@cindywhite8118]

Wishing the two of you the Merriest of Christmas Holidays. You both are a blessing and a breath of fresh air. Thank you

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thank you so much, Cindy! Wishing you and yours a warm and wonderful Christmas season!!

[@johnting673]

Always look forward to your videos Looks delish, another recipe ill have to try Happy holidays to you and everyone at the cavalcade

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi John - hope you give this pie a try! Wishing you and yours a joyous holiday season!!

[@cindyhappel7376]

Okay I’m drooling!! Coconut Custard and fresh Peach Pie are my favorites! I just sent my husband to the store for some buttermilk!

[@jamessheridan4306]

That is EXACTLY my go-to buttermilk pie recipe that I've been baking for decades and all I have to do is add coconut. I'm psyched!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi James! I'll bet this is delicious without the coconut! I'll have to try a buttermilk version next time! Thanks so much!

[@josephgodwin4434]

Merry Christmas Kevin and Ralph! My mother used to bake this pie every holiday season! I’m going to try one myself! Thanks fellas! Have a Merry Christmas

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Joseph! Hope you give the pie a try! Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year!

[@oakwoodsports3607]

Merry Christmas to you both!! Love the videos!!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks, OakWood Sports! Sending warm Christmas wishes your way!

[@mshoneynutmegs30]

My family would love this dessert old skool dish nice 👍🏽 video

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Ms. Trice! I know your family would love this pie! Thanks so much!

[@Terenia531]

Kevin and Ralph. Wishing you and your families the very best Christmas. Stay safe and happy.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks so much, Terenia! Sending warm Christmas wishes to you and yours!

[@kathleenpalmer845]

Oh Ralph!! How DO you DO IT?!?!? My mouth would be watering so bad waiting for a bite of Kevin’s delectable creations!!!! 😋 💗🤣💗🤣💗

[@cavalcadeoffood]

LOL - Ralph is patient but always gets his taste of the final product! Thanks, Kathleen!

[@jmarcos1008]

Looks amazing. Love the new joint.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks so much, Joanna!

[@silverbubbles4728]

Looks delish. Love your channel ..you make everything you cook & bake look so easy. Thanks! Merry Christmas to you both & your families. Stay safe & may God Bless us all.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks, Silver Bubbles! Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and a New Year of good health and joy!

[@jacuralt246]

Happy Holidays Kevin and Ralph. Thank you for the videos. I will be sure to try this recipe . I am making your Oatmeal Pie for New Years. It is my favorite. Thank you again for all the great recipes.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Anthony! We love that oatmeal pie! I think you'll like this one, too - hope you give it a try! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!

[@sarahussery5868]

"Why did you take a piece out of it?" 😂😂😂😂 Love your videos! Hope you both have a very MERRY Christmas.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Sarah! Thanks so much - wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year!

[@MrScottie68]

Kevin, I made this pie today. I used my own vintage pastry recipe that I love, but followed your directions exactly for the filling.....it was the BEST I’ve ever had. This coconut custard pie recipe is my new go to; my previous recipe is already in the garbage. Thank you so much for sharing. Have a Merry Christmas.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi MrScottie68! So glad you had the chance to try it and liked how it turned out! Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year!

[@OldeHadleyVintage]

Hi Kevin!! Wow how exciting to wake to to this new show!! Kevin it’s my FAVORITE PIE!!! My Babci and I used to go to the Polish bakery across from our Polish church when I was growing up... it was called Kay’s pastry shop and they used to make a coconut custard pie that was to die for!!! Unfortunately it has since closed and I miss this pie so much and I was so excited to see that you did a recipe. I am guessing this tastes exactly like Kay’s coconut custard pie... I cannot wait to make it! Hope you guys are enjoying the Christmas season... and I LOVE the ascots!!! I noticed in the last video too I forgot to mention. Very debonair! 🥰🥰🥰 Hugs! Jeff xo

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Jeff!! So nice to hear this recipe brought good memories of your Babci and the Polish bakery! I remember those bakeries when I was a kid and they always smelled SO GOOD when you walked in! Hope you make it - I hope it tastes like the pie you used to have years ago. I have a number of ascots but don't have occasion to wear them too often, so I figured why not wear them when I cook?!? LOL! Glad you like them! Have a warm and wonderful Christmas!!

[@paulameade6809]

Merry Christmas yall! I always love your videos and look forward to them....everyone I try is great! I am making the stuffed cabbage tomorrow and now I need to make this pie! Thank you for all that you share with us!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

You are so welcome, Paula!! Hope you enjoy the stuffed cabbage! Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year!

[@annjordan6257]

Merrry Christmas to both of you, love custard pie.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thank you, Ann! Sending warm Christmas wishes to you and yours!! Hope you give the pie a try!

[@gregbudig5014]

That looks wonderful! I recently made three ingredient coconut bon bons the other day... more coconut fun! A blessed Christmas to you guys and your families! 2020 has been the most prolific year in Cavalcade of Food history! Here's to a brighter future in 2021.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Greg! Coconut bon bons! Haven't had those in a long time - now that is a lot of coconut goodness!! Sending warm wishes your way for a beautiful and Merry Christmas! I hope the spirit of the season brings your comfort and peace. Here's to better times in the New Year!!

[@AussieAngeS]

Hi guys 🙋🏻‍♀️ coconut custard pie sounds like a pie I know I would love 😍 if looks fantastic. Merry Christmas to you both and your families. 🎄

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Angie! You would love this pie!! Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and all the best for the New Year!

[@craigdolvey6224]

This kinda thing was my favourite pie my mom used to make it every year for my birthday 🍰 the recipe was the same Except she spread the pastry case with a good layer of raspberry jelly. Mmmmm it’s my birthday New Year’s Day I think I Might make one this year. Thanks guys. Happy Holidays 🎄🍰❄️☃️⭐️❄️🎄

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Craig! Oh, the raspberry jelly spread on the pastry sounds wonderful! Thanks for watching - have a wonderful holiday!

[@kestrelhawkins6078]

Oh man. Why aren't those rolling mats more common anymore? They make rolling/sizing and transferring the crust to the pie dish so much easier! There are 4 of us in this house, so a pie like this would be gone in a couple days. LOL Coconut is everyone's favourite here. I can't wait to do this! Thank you. :)

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Kestrel! I've found a couple of those old Tupperware rolling mats over the years and I cherish them! They help me know when to stop rolling! I think you need to make this pie since you're all coconut fans and see how long it lasts! Thanks so much!

[@delishsavoryeats2309]

Yumm... coconut custard pie sounds delicious 😋

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Delish Savory Eats! It's yummy! Thanks for watching!

[@tracywhittington3350]

Made coconut custard pie for thanksgiving, loved it! Christmas I am going to try making your cranberry pie!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Tracy! Thanks for letting me know!! I'll bet it was wonderful!

[@longhairbear]

Best line, "Why is there a slice taken out?" Love it.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

LOL! We always have to try it before we share it with others!! Thanks, Longhairbear!

[@jack6964]

One of my favorite pies! Have a very merry Christmas!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi John! Glad you like the pie - Sending warm Christmas wishes to you and yours!

[@cindyhappel7376]

I’m making this pie today!! I’ve looked at many recipes and yours looks the best! And by the way I think you’re very fancy wearing an ascot while cooking!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Cindy! I hope everyone enjoyed the pie! I'm trying to bring the ascot back in fashion!

[@ce01040]

I noticed you have a Tupperware pastry guide. My grandmother had one but it is very sticky now. I am afraid to clean it for fear the printing will come off!!! Love your channel!!!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Rob! Those old pastry mats begin to break down over time and can get a sticky residue on them - it must have been the material they used at the time. Glad you enjoy the videos! Appreciate you watching!

[@Canerican.]

Another wonderful video & recipe! Is that a new vintage range behind you in the corner in harvest gold color? Thanks for the great recipes and have a wonderful weekend!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks, Grace! That GE range in harvest gold is from 1972 and is a recent addition to the collection - you spotted it!! Thanks so much for watching!

[@Canerican.]

@@cavalcadeoffood 72 was a good year because that’s the year I was born! 😉 Thanks for replying,Take Care!

[@deanthompson3741]

We'll be having this one for Christmas. I used my Musgrave 320 pro to write down the recipe✍😁. I came over here from Always Analog. Another good channel. What would I have to do to add a meringue on this? Merry Christmas

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Dean! Thanks for coming by from Always Analog! Writing down recipes with that Musgrave Harvest Pro is a pleasure! One of my favorite pencils of 2020! Just bake this pie as shown here but reduce the baking time by about 10 minutes. Then make a meringue and top the pie with it being sure to cover the filling to the crust, and put it back in the oven for 10 minutes or until the meringue gets lightly browned. Thanks and have a Merry Christmas!

[@deanthompson3741]

Thank you sir. I think the pie looks grand as is but my wife has memories of a coconut meringue pie so. I'll probably make one with and one without. My family will enjoy I'm sure. Thank You and Blessings to you and Ralph.

[@scooterdover2771]

Looks good. I always thought custard was with just yolks, and I'm intimidated by the whole separating the eggs so never tried. I used to buy Jello's Americana Custard, which was great for many things, but they stopped making it. Happy Christmas to you all!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Scooter! I remember that Americana custard - haven't seen it in years. There is a British brand called "Bird's Custard" and sometimes you see it offered in the International aisle of big grocery stores. Merry Christmas to you and yours!!

[@deanthompson3741]

Well good Sir, I made this simple Delicious pie today and I must say it was a success. I did not try the merIngue and truthfully this pie needs no decorations. Anyway, thank you and again Merry Christmas and God Bless.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Dean! So glad you were able to try the recipe! I agree -the pie is wonderful as it is. Hope your Christmas was merry!

[@janicemorin3485]

Hi, did you pre bake the pie crust? Drizzle with chocolate and a few toasted sliced almonds. Almond Joy!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Janice! No, did not pre-bake the crust - it cooked along with the filling. Love the chocolate/almond topping!! One of the best candy bars!! Thanks!! Sending warm Christmas wishes!

[@wmalden]

I had one of those Tupperware pastry sheets which I inherited from my mother. I found it too small and hard to clean so I donated it to the charity shop. I also had the Tupperware rolling pin which was to be filled with water for use. Hated it as it leaked and was nothing like a “real” rolling pin.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi wmalden! I use the Tupperware rolling sheet often, and it can be hard to clean because of the size, but I like the markings that help me judge the size of the pastry as I roll it out. I agree about those plastic rolling pins - they were not good! Give me a wood rolling pin anytime! Just got a stainless steel rolling pin but haven't tried it yet. You can chill it in the freezer before using, so I'll see how it does. Thanks!

[@OldeHadleyVintage]

Also... Wesołych Świąt!!! 🎄❄️

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thank you, Jeff!! Love keeping our Polish traditions alive!!

[@spicesdiariestravelvlogs9062]

great share

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks so much!

[@cindywhite8118]

Yummy

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks, Cindy!

[@markaustin4370]

I noticed you didn't pre bake or dock the crust. Do you ever have issues with the bottom of the crust?

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Mark! I've not had any issues with the bottom crust being soft/underdone with this pie. It bakes for 50 minutes and browns nicely (I almost always use a glass pie dish). Unlike a coconut cream pie where the filling gets cooked on the stove top and then put into a prebaked pastry, I like how everything cooks together with this pie. Hope all is well! Thanks!!

[@tomsparks6099]

Yum!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks, Tom! Happy New Year!

[@curlyqstooge]

💙Coconut Custard Pie💙

[@cavalcadeoffood]

This one was so good!

[@sharonlatour6230]

YUM!!!!

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks, Sharon!

[@cindyhappel7376]

The recipe says 1/2 butter - is that 1/2 cup or 1/2 stick of butter?

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Cindy - sorry for the typo in the recipe. That is 1/2 cup butter (or 1 stick) melted and cooled. Thanks!

[@clarissafleming8056]

Looks good. The written recipe says a half of butter

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Clarissa - I'm sorry for the typo. It should be 1/2 cup butter (or 1 stick) melted and cooled. Thanks!

[@ercieberwick1513]

Always, always, always, no matter what kind of pie you are making, first of all bake the bottom crust approximately ten minutes. THEN put in the filling and bake for the required number of minutes. Otherwise, you are apt to experience a rather soggy bottom crust. I don't know why some of the You Tube cooks fail to do this. Kevin of Cavalcade of Food sometimes does and sometimes doesn't He seems to be inconsistent in this regard.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Thanks, Ercie! Not always, but sometimes.

[@rollingpinproductions7424]

Alittle almond extract in any coconut stone fruit mixtures will enhance the taste even a 1/4 tsp. I hate it by itself.

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi Stacey - great tip! Thanks!

[@wendyw4487]

pass the whipped cream please.................

[@cavalcadeoffood]

Hi wendyw! To me, that is the perfect topping for this pie! Thanks!