Description
This Island Pecan Pie is a tropical twist on the classic dessert, combining rich pecans with sweet crushed pineapple and shredded coconut in a buttery pie crust. Baked to perfection, this pie offers a luscious filling with a delightful texture and a hint of island flavor, perfect for any occasion that calls for a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Filling
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 5 eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300º F (150º C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, eggs, cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and salt until the mixture is thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Add Butter and Mix-ins: Stir in the melted unsalted butter, then gently fold in the chopped pecans, drained crushed pineapple, and shredded coconut, ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Place the pie crust into a round baking dish, pressing it evenly. Pour the pecan and fruit mixture over the crust. Crimp the edges of the crust to seal.
- Bake the Pie: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 55 minutes or until the filling is almost set, with only a slight jiggle remaining in the center.
- Continue Baking Covered: Cover the pie loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the center is just set and the filling is cooked through.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool. Garnish with whipped cream and toasted coconut before serving. Enjoy your flavorful island-inspired pecan pie!
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure better mixing and texture.
- Drain the crushed pineapple well to avoid excess moisture making the pie soggy.
- Covering the pie with foil in the final baking stage helps prevent the crust from burning while ensuring the filling cooks thoroughly.
- For a more pronounced coconut flavor, toast the shredded coconut before adding it to the filling or as a garnish.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing; this helps the filling to set properly for cleaner slices.
