This vegan coconut cream pie recipe features whipped coconut cream topped with a creamy coconut filling and topped with shredded coconut flakes! Naturally dairy free and gluten free, it can easily be made keto and paleo!
1/4cupconfectioners sugarI used sugar free confectioners sugar
Instructions
Prepare your crust and set aside.
In a saucepan, add your sugar, cornstarch and mix well. Add the coconut milk and heat on medium. Whisk consistently, until it thickens and begins to bubble.
Remove from heat and whisk in the vanilla extract. Transfer to a glass bowl and let sit for 5 minutes, before covering. Be sure to lightly touch the tops so a film doesn’t form. Refrigerate for around 2 hours, for it to set.
Once the filling has set, remove from the fridge and using an electric mixer, mix until smooth and creamy. Transfer the coconut cream mixture into the pie crust and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until it has firmed up slightly.
Prepare your coconut whipped cream by removing the coconut cream from the refrigerator and removing only the cream (hardened) portion on top, discarding any extra liquid. Place the cream in a large mixing bowl and add the sweetener. Beat until thick and creamy.
Pour the whipped cream over the cream pie and top with shredded coconut flakes. Refrigerate for 20 minutes, to firm up, before slicing.
Notes
Nutritional information is for the vegan and gluten-free ingredients. If making this keto, the net carbs will be 3 grams per slice. * See post for the homemade version. Any pie crust will work (no bake/baked). Just be sure it fits an 8-inch pan.** white sugar, coconut sugar, and erythritol all work.*** See the post for appropriate dietary swaps.