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Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits

Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits: Irresistibly Creamy and No-Bake Delight

Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits are a delightful no-bake dessert featuring layers of coconut custard and chocolate crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 5 parfaits
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted Binds the crust together.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the crust.
  • 1 cup Finely Ground Chocolate Graham Crackers Provides a crunchy base.
Custard
  • 1 cup Canned Cream of Coconut Provides rich coconut flavor.
  • 1 cup Milk Acts as the creamy base.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure and richness.
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickens the custard.
  • 2 cups Unsweetened Shredded Coconut Enhances coconut flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth to the custard.
Topping
  • Cool Whip Convenient whipped topping.
  • Toasted Coconut Flakes Optional, for decoration.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • serving glasses

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until it resembles wet sand. Press into serving glasses to create a crust.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and cream of coconut, stirring until simmering. Remove from heat.
  3. Whisk together eggs, sugar, flour, shredded coconut, salt, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Gradually pour in warm milk mixture while whisking.
  4. Return mixture to saucepan and whisk over medium heat until it thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove and cool slightly.
  5. Spoon the custard over the crusts in the glasses. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Top with Cool Whip and toasted coconut flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1parfaitCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill parfaits for at least 2 hours or overnight. Experiment with toppings for variety.

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