Description
Indulge in the irresistible Coconut Chocolate Pudding Pie, a creamy and decadent dessert that beautifully marries rich chocolate with tropical coconut flavors. Inspired by the beloved Almond Joy candy bar, this pie features a quick-to-make homemade pudding filling nestled in a delightful chocolate cookie crust. Topped with whipped cream, toasted almonds, and coconut flakes, it’s an eye-catching treat for any occasion—from family gatherings to festive parties. The best part? You can prepare it ahead of time and chill for a hassle-free serving experience. Everyone will be coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 30 Oreo cookies (with cream)
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- ⅓ cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 ⅔ cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a food processor, combine Oreos, almonds, and coconut; process into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and press into a pie plate. Bake for about 20 minutes until set.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, egg yolks, cornstarch, sugar, vanilla, and salt until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Divide the custard; stir melted chocolate into one half and shredded coconut into the other.
- Pour coconut mixture over the crust followed by the chocolate mixture. Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle toasted almonds and coconut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, toast almonds and coconut before using as toppings. Customize with extra toppings like chocolate shavings or fresh fruit.