Coconut Custard Ricotta Pie

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Sweet Coconut Custard Ricotta Pie

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

483

Sugar

27g

Fat

32g

This decadent Coconut Custard Ricotta Pie is a traditional Italian dessert that is usually served during holidays and celebrations. It has a fluffy and sweet ricotta cheese filling that is flavored with shredded coconut and vanilla extract to create a deliciously creamy taste. The pie is easy to prepare and can be served cold or warm with whipped cream or fresh fruits to enhance its flavor.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sugar, egg yolks, shredded coconut, and vanilla.
3.	Mix until well combined and smooth.
4.	Pour the mixture into the pie shell.
5.	Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
6.	Let cool and serve.

PROS

This Coconut Custard Ricotta Pie has a sweet and creamy filling that combines the rich flavors of ricotta cheese and shredded coconut.

The pie is a perfect dessert for holidays and special occasions.

CONS

The pie may be too sweet for some people who prefer less sugary desserts.

It also contains high calories and fats due to the ricotta cheese and sugar content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconut is a rich source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support heart health and regulating blood sugar.
Ricotta cheese is a low-fat dairy product that provides calcium and proteins essential for bone health.

	2 lbs whole milk ricotta cheese
	1 cup sugar
	5 egg yolks
	1 cup shredded coconut
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	1 10-inch pie shell