Coconut Meringue Pie

Coconut Meringue Pie

from dinnerin321.com
45 min

A slice of Coconut Meringue Pie is a slice of heaven! A buttery, flaky pie crust filled with a luscious coconut custard, topped with a cloud-like meringue that's lightly toasted to perfection. It's a risk-free simple dessert recipe that's been in my family for generations.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut (divided)
  • 2 frozen 9-inch pie shells (baked per package directions)
  • 6 egg whites
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup marshmallow cream

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. 2

    In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites on medium speed with an electric mixer until they become frothy. This usually takes about 1-2 minutes.