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Nantucket Pie

A delightful dessert combining coconut, lemon, and creamy filling.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 9 inch pie dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the pre-made pie crust in the pie dish, crimping the edges as desired.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sweetened shredded coconut, granulated sugar, heavy cream, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk thoroughly.
  4. Pour the coconut mixture into the prepared pie crust.
  5. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes.
  6. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
  7. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours before serving.
  8. Cut the pie into slices and serve chilled.

Notes

For an extra touch, top with whipped cream before serving.