No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie

A luscious, tropical dessert with a toasty coconut crust, velvety coconut custard, and billowy whipped cream topping—no oven needed!

Prep Time: 20 mins | Chill Time: 4+ hrs | Total Time: 4 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 8-10

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs (or gluten-free alternative)
1 cup (90g) toasted shredded coconut (unsweetened or sweetened)
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
6 tbsp (85g) melted butter
Pinch of salt

For the Coconut Filling:

1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk (chilled overnight*)
1 (3.4 oz) box instant coconut cream pudding mix (or vanilla + 1 tsp coconut extract)
1 cup (240ml) cold whole milk (or coconut milk beverage)
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks

For the Topping:

1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, whipped + sweetened with 2 tbsp powdered sugar
½ cup (45g) toasted coconut flakes
Lime zest or toasted coconut chips (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Make the Crust:

Mix graham crumbs, toasted coconut, sugar, melted butter, and salt.
Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill 15 mins.

2. Prepare the Filling:

Scoop out the thick coconut cream from the chilled can (reserve liquid for smoothies).
In a bowl, whisk pudding mix + milk until thickened (~2 mins). Fold in coconut cream.
Gently fold in whipped cream until smooth. Pour into crust.

3. Chill & Garnish:

Refrigerate at least 4 hours (or overnight).
Before serving, top with sweetened whipped cream and toasted coconut.

Pro Tips

✔ Toast coconut for the crust in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden (~5 mins).
✔ No pudding mix? Use cornstarch custard: Simmer 2 cups milk + ½ cup sugar + ¼ cup cornstarch + 2 egg yolks + 1 tsp coconut extract until thick.
✔ Dairy-free? Use coconut whipped cream and vegan butter.

Serving Ideas

🍍 Pair with grilled pineapple for a tropical twist.
☕ Serve with cold brew coffee to balance sweetness.
🎉 Top with chocolate shavings for a Samoa cookie vibe!

This pie is creamy, coconutty, and impossibly easy—perfect for hot summer days or holiday feasts! Let me know if you’d like a lower-sugar or nut-free version. 😊

(Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.)