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    Keto Coconut Cream Pie

    Published: Mar 17, 2023 · Updated: Mar 17, 2023 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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    This keto coconut cream pie is a delicious and satisfying dessert that's perfect for anyone on a low-carb or keto diet. With its creamy coconut filling and crispy gluten-free coconut flour crust, it's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your diet.

    Coconut cream pie is a classic dessert that many people love, but for those following a keto diet, the traditional recipe is off-limits due to its high carb content. Fortunately, with a few tweaks, it's possible to create a keto-friendly version that still delivers all the creamy, coconutty goodness of the original.

    low carb coconut cream pie

    This keto dessert is great for coconut lovers. It's a creamy slice of coconut that is better the next day when the flavors develop.

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy for more information.

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    • IS COCONUT KETO FRIENDLY?
    • WHAT'S A COCONUT CREAM PIE
    • HOW MANY CARBS ARE IN COCONUT CREAM PIE?
    • INGREDIENTS
    • HOW TO MAKE KETO COCONUT CREAM PIE
    • STORAGE
    • RECIPE TIPS
    • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
    • MORE KETO COCONUT DESSERTS
    • Keto Coconut Cream Pie

    IS COCONUT KETO FRIENDLY?

    One cup of shredded unsweetened coconut contains approximately 7 grams of net carbs, which is relatively low compared to other fruits and sweeteners. Coconut also contains a high amount of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are a type of healthy fat that can be quickly converted into ketones by the liver and used for energy.

    WHAT'S A COCONUT CREAM PIE

    To be honest, I never had a coconut cream pie as a child as it was not widely available in the UK. So making a low carb version of this was as treat for me as I love coconut and a creamy dessert!

    Coconut cream pie is a classic American dessert that is typically made with a buttery pastry crust filled with a creamy custard made with coconut milk or cream, sugar, and eggs, topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes. The filling is usually thickened with cornstarch or flour and flavored with vanilla extract or coconut extract to enhance the coconut flavor.

    HOW MANY CARBS ARE IN COCONUT CREAM PIE?

    A traditional coconut cream pie can contain a high amount of carbohydrates due to the sugar and flour used in the recipe.

    On average, a single slice of coconut cream pie can contain anywhere from 30-50 grams of carbohydrates, with most of the carbs coming from the sugar and flour in the filling and crust.

    INGREDIENTS

    We make a low carb coconut custard and a cream topping with these ingredients.

    coconut cream pie ingredients
    • Keto Pie Crust - I used our coconut flour pie crust but other low carb recipes could be used.
    • Coconut milk - canned, not from a carton.
    • Cream - heavy or whipping cream
    • Sweetener - we use allulose but any other low carb sweetener such as monk fruit or Swerve can be used.
    • Egg yolks - at room temperature
    • Xanthan Gum - this helps thicken the custard and is a low carb alternative to cornstarch.
    • Unsweetened Coconut flakes - or unsweetened desiccated coconut. They could be toasted for extra flavor.
    • Butter - unsalted
    • Coconut extract - adds to the coconut flavor. You make want to add more for your own taste.
    • Vanilla
    • Salt

    HOW TO MAKE KETO COCONUT CREAM PIE

    This is a simple keto coconut cream pie recipe in just a few steps. We assuming that you have already made the pie crust (or purchased one if you are lucky enough to find low carb pie crusts in your stores).

    • Make the coconut custard filling
    • Chill and fill a pie crust
    • Top with whipped cream and chill
    whisked cream and coconut

    Whisk and boil the coconut milk and cream.

    cream to egg mixture

    Add the coconut cream mix to egg yolk beaten with sweetener.

    cream with coconut and butter

    Return to the pan, cook, then add butter, coconut and flavorings.

    chilled coconut custard

    Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and cool.

    Once the coconut custard has cooled, pour it into a keto pie crust then chill for at least an hour. Ideally chill the pie overnight. Then it's just whipping up the cream topping to pipe and serve.

    STORAGE

    Keep the sugar-free coconut cream pie in the fridge and it should last up to 4 days. It's a great pie to make ahead and serve the next day.

    RECIPE TIPS

    • Use a chocolate keto pie crust for a delicious contrast in flavor.
    • Coconut cream could be used in place of the coconut milk.
    • To enhance the coconut flavor and add texture to the filling, sprinkle unsweetened shredded coconut or toasted coconut flakes on top of the whipped cream.
    • Ensure that the egg yolks are at room temperature.
    coconut cream pie

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Can you freeze low-carb coconut cream pie?

    If you want to freeze the pie, chill the pie without the topping, then wrap in plastic wrap and place in the freezer. Defrost in the fridge and add the whipped cream topping when you are ready to serve.

    Can you use other pie crusts?

    Any other low carb pie crust made with almond flour, pecan flour or lupin flour can be used.

    What can xanthan gum be substituted with?

    Although we have not yet tried it, the xanthan gum can be replaced with psyllium husk powder, cornstarch (although this will alter the carb content) or gelatin.

    MORE KETO COCONUT DESSERTS

    For lovers of coconut, we have a few more low carb coconut desserts you may like.

    No Bake Coconut Cheesecake

    Coconut Cake With Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting

    Keto Coconut Strawberry Tarts

    Coconut Blondies

    coconut cream pie

    Keto Coconut Cream Pie

    Angela Coleby
    With its creamy coconut filling and crispy coconut flour crust, this keto coconut cream pie is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your diet.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Chilling Time 3 hrs
    Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, Low Carb
    Servings 10 slices
    Calories 622 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    PIE CRUST

    • 1 Keto Coconut Flour Pie Crust

    PIE FILLING

    • 14 oz coconut milk, canned
    • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
    • ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
    • 1 cup coconut flakes or unsweetened desiccated coconut
    • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
    • ½ cup allulose or other low carb sweetener
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 4 large egg yolks room temperature
    • ½ teaspoon coconut extract (maybe more to taste)

    TOPPING

    • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
    • 3 tablespoons allulose or other low carb sweetener
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, add the egg yolks, sweetener and xanthan gum. Whisk until the mixture is thick and light.
    • In a medium saucepan add the coconut milk, cream and salt in a saucepan. Bring to the boil then simmer for 5 minutes.
    • Remove the cream mixture from the heat and allow to slightly cool.
    • Add ½ cup of the cream mixture at a time to the egg mixture whilst whisking until you have a smooth custard.
    • Return the saucepan on a medium-low heat and whisk for 5 minutes until the custard mixture thickens.
    • Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the butter, vanilla, coconut extra, shredded coconut. Stir well until the butter has melted.
    • Pour the coconut custard into a large bowl and cover with cling wrap to stop the formation a pudding skin.  Leave for 30minutes and occasionally stir.
    • Pour the thickened custard into a baked pie crust and place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to chill and set.
    • In a medium bowl, add the topping ingredients and whisk until thick.
    • Spoon or pipe the cream on top of the coconut pie. Decorate to your own tastes (toasted coconut flakes, chocolate shavings for example)
    • Chill until you are ready to serve.

    Notes

    We used a 9 inch pie dish for this recipe with our coconut flour pie crust.
    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by Spoonacular from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 622kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 9gFat: 62gFiber: 7g
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