Coconut Dream Pie

This Coconut Dream Pie is the ultimate retro comfort dessert, featuring a rich vanilla pudding filling studded with sweet flaked coconut. The filling is light and airy, thanks to the addition of instant pudding mix and cold milk, creating a texture that melts in your mouth. It is assembled in a pre-baked pie crust and chilled until set, making it a perfect make-ahead treat for potlucks or family gatherings. The subtle vanilla flavor pairs beautifully with the coconut, offering a tropical twist on a classic American staple. It is simple to prepare, requires no baking of the filling, and delivers an indulgent, smooth finish that everyone will love.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 543.1

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This Coconut Dream Pie is the ultimate retro comfort dessert, featuring a rich vanilla pudding filling studded with sweet flaked coconut. The filling is light and airy, thanks to the addition of instant pudding mix and cold milk, creating a texture that melts in your mouth. It is assembled in a pre-baked pie crust and chilled until set, making it a perfect make-ahead treat for potlucks or family gatherings. The subtle vanilla flavor pairs beautifully with the coconut, offering a tropical twist on a classic American staple. It is simple to prepare, requires no baking of the filling, and delivers an indulgent, smooth finish that everyone will love.

Ingredients

2 ea Envelopes dream whip
2 3/4 cup Cold milk
1 1/3 cup Flaked coconut
1 teaspoon Vanilla
2 package Small package jello instant

Directions

1
Prepare the whipped topping using one envelope of Dream Whip, 1 cup of cold milk, and the vanilla extract according to package directions.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the two packages of instant vanilla pudding mix with the remaining 1 3/4 cups of cold milk.
3
Beat the pudding and milk mixture on high speed for 2 minutes until it is thick and creamy.
4
Gently fold the prepared whipped topping into the pudding mixture until fully incorporated.
5
Stir in the flaked coconut until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
6
Spoon the mixture into a pre-baked pie shell, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7
Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is completely set.
8
Garnish with additional flaked coconut or a dollop of whipped cream if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 543.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 46.5g72%
Saturated Fat 33.8g169%
Cholesterol 58.3mg20%
Sodium 123.5mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 26.7g9%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%
Sugars 18.4g
Protein 9.4g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: coconut, pie, dessert, no-bake, pudding, vanilla, flaked coconut, easy dessert, chilled pie, retro recipe, sweet treat, potluck, creamy, whipped topping, instant pudding

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