How to Make Outrageously Good Coconut Cream Pie

Test cook Christie Morrison shows Bridget the secrets to reimagining a retro dessert, Coconut Cream Pie.

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[johnboyd]

Just made it and WOW! First time for making a custard and was positive that I had messed up. But the at 178 degrees it started to thicken and then at 180 degrees --- perfect! So glad that even though I'm 70 years old, still learning new things. Thanks

[philaphobic]

Christie is charming. Great addition to the team. This looks great!

[berghorst]

A good coconut cream pie simply can’t be beat. I can’t wait to make this.

[jakethemedic]

Wasn't expecting a Tina Fey reference, "I want to go to there" made my day!

[grammyb]

I do just love Christie. She does fit in really well. This pie looks wonderful 💗

[susansesnovich]

I made this pie yesterday. It was relatively easy, and it tasted great. My cream cooked to slightly above 180 (184), but didn't seem to have an adverse effect. Great job America's Test Kitchen!!!!

[cindirevelle]

I followed you and prepared my first coconut creme pie ever and it was perfect! Best tasting pie ever. Thank you!

[lynnkerr]

I just finished making my first, made from scratch, pie. I’ve always used boxed mixes for puddings in this type of stuff. I had no idea it was this easy to do until I watched your video. Thank you! Just eating the pudding scraps from the pan tastes great. We can’t wait to have a slice tonight.

[Thommadura]

Suggestion - TO Cut the Pie - Cut 3 consecutive slices and then take out the Center one first - it will come out easier.

[ralphhooker]

"And I can do this!" Gosh, I love Bridget!

[ceciliamercedpacheco]

Coconut pie, my favorite and this recipe looks delish. Definitely making it for the Holidays. 😊

[InspiringMealtimewithLaTonya]

Now I want pie! Lol. But I really like the added coconut to the crust! Great idea!

[jerryvalencia]

First of all I bet this taste great! The only thing I would change would be to use some coconut milk, like a cup or two, for the filling and not just all whole milk.

[annhutcheson]

I think I just found the Mother of all Coconut Pie recipes. Thanks to my favorite Cook’s Country Chef! She’s never steered me wrong. Not once! Don’t you just know her parties are the most coveted invitation in town? ❤️

[garypostell]

Gotta try this Lady’s love coconut absolutely delicious!

[robertmcdannold]

Hi Christie-
I saw a tip to avoid the “first slice trauma”, which is to cut two pieces right off the bat. Somehow the first slice magically lifts away with minimal damage. It really works.

[Lucky]

I personally like to use the old America’s test kitchen recipe for coconut cream pie that you guys did many years ago… That one uses coconut cream in the custard…But this looks good too

[raghavkarpal]

Love these ladies and the channel.... country style full of warmth!

[rachellcary]

I just saw this video a few weeks ago and knew i had to make it for Easter. It did NOT disappoint! I have never made a cooked custard pie before. It was easy, delicious and pretty. I have never had a poor result from any of the ATK/CI/CC recipes i have prepared over the years. This one is a definite keeper.

[semco]

I love coconut creme pies so much and Christie made the most perfect coconut creme pie and I could eat up that whole pie in one day.