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Coconut Three Ways Cream Pie with Spherified Coconut Water Pearls Recipe

Learn how to make this showstopping homemade coconut cream pie featuring three distinct coconut elements and molecular gastronomy techniques. The best tropical dessert combining traditional baking with modern culinary science for an easy yet impressive dessert that's guaranteed to wow your guests.
Difficulty:
Advanced
Prep Time:
45 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Serves:
1 pie (8 slices)
Overhead shot of a pristine slice of pie revealing three distinct coconut layers, set on a white ceramic plate against a light blue linen. Natural window light highlights the contrast between the golden-brown shortbread crust, creamy ivory filling, and toasted coconut flakes scattered across the top. Glistening spherified coconut water pearls are artfully arranged in a crescent pattern, their translucent orbs catching the light like dewdrops. A whole coconut cracked open and a small bowl of extra pearls sit blurred in the background, while a silver dessert fork rests beside the slice, ready for the first heavenly bite.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Coconut Shortbread Crust:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">180g all-purpose flour</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60g desiccated coconut</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">80g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">170g unsalted butter, cold and cubed</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 tsp salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Coconut Cream Filling:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">400ml full-fat coconut milk</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200ml heavy cream</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">100g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">4 large egg yolks</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">40g cornstarch</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped (or 2 tsp vanilla extract)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30g unsalted butter, at room temperature</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Toasted Coconut Topping:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60g coconut flakes</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Spherified Coconut Water Pearls:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">250ml coconut water (not from concentrate)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">3g sodium alginate</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">5g calcium lactate</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">500ml cold water</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">23cm (9-inch) pie dish</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Food processor</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Fine mesh strainer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Immersion blender</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Digital kitchen scale</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Slotted spoon</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Pipette or squeeze bottle with narrow tip</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Thermometer</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>For the crust, preheat your oven to 180°C. In a food processor, pulse together flour, desiccated coconut, sugar, and salt until combined. Add cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse sand. The cold butter creates pockets of steam during baking, resulting in a flaky, tender crust.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into a 23cm pie dish, working it up the sides. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to compact the crust, which ensures it won't crumble when sliced. Prick the bottom several times with a fork to prevent air bubbles, then bake for 15-18 minutes until golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>For the coconut cream filling, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch in a heatproof bowl until pale yellow and thickened slightly. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, heavy cream, and vanilla bean seeds. Heat until just below boiling (small bubbles around the edges). The heating process infuses the coconut flavor throughout the cream base.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Temper the egg mixture by slowly whisking in about 120ml of the hot cream mixture. This gradually raises the temperature of the eggs without scrambling them. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened (about 3-4 minutes). The mixture should coat the back of a spoon and hold a line when you run your finger through it.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps. Whisk in room temperature butter until melted and incorporated – the fat contributes to a silky-smooth texture. Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming and refrigerate until completely chilled (at least 3 hours).</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>For the toasted coconut topping, spread coconut flakes on a baking sheet and toast at 160°C for 3-5 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown. Watch carefully as coconut can burn quickly! The toasting process releases aromatic oils and creates a crisp texture that will contrast beautifully with the creamy filling.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>For the spherified coconut water pearls, first prepare the calcium bath by dissolving 5g calcium lactate in 500ml cold water. Stir until completely dissolved and refrigerate. Next, blend 3g sodium alginate into 250ml coconut water using an immersion blender. Let it rest for 30 minutes to release air bubbles, which ensures perfectly transparent pearls.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Create the pearls by filling a pipette or squeeze bottle with the coconut-alginate mixture. Hold it about 5cm above the calcium bath and gently squeeze to form droplets. Leave the pearls in the bath for 1 minute to set. The sodium alginate reacts with calcium to form a gel membrane around each droplet while maintaining a liquid center. Carefully remove with a slotted spoon and rinse in fresh water. These delicate pearls should be made just before serving.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Assemble your masterpiece by filling the cooled crust with the chilled coconut cream filling, spreading it evenly with an offset spatula. Sprinkle the toasted coconut flakes over the top, leaving a border around the edge for the pearls. Just before serving, arrange the spherified coconut water pearls around the edge of the pie.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4>For the perfect slice, dip a sharp knife in hot water and wipe dry between cuts. Serve immediately after adding the pearls, as they will begin to break down after a few hours. Each bite should deliver the buttery coconut crust, velvety cream center, crunchy toasted coconut, and the surprising burst of pure coconut water from the pearls. You've created a truly special dessert that showcases both traditional baking and modern culinary techniques!</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Coconut Three Ways Cream Pie with Spherified Coconut Water Pearls?

This luxurious pie requires coconut in three forms: desiccated coconut for the crust, coconut milk for the filling, and coconut flakes for topping. You'll also need butter, flour, sugar, eggs, cream, vanilla, plus sodium alginate and calcium lactate for the spherified pearls.

How to cook Coconut Three Ways Cream Pie with Spherified Coconut Water Pearls at home?

Learn how to cook Coconut Three Ways Cream Pie with Spherified Coconut Water Pearls by first creating a buttery coconut shortbread crust, then preparing a velvety coconut cream filling, and finally mastering the molecular gastronomy technique of spherification to create burst-in-your-mouth coconut water pearls for an extraordinary dessert experience.

What is spherification and why is it used in this coconut pie recipe?

Spherification is a molecular gastronomy technique that creates gel-like spheres with liquid centers. In this recipe, it transforms coconut water into delicate pearls that burst with fresh flavour when eaten, adding an impressive visual element and textural contrast to the creamy pie.

Can I make this coconut cream pie without the molecular gastronomy pearls?

Absolutely! The pie is delicious even without the spherified pearls. Simply prepare the coconut crust and cream filling, then top with toasted coconut flakes. For a simpler garnish, try fresh berries, whipped cream or a light dusting of toasted coconut.

How long do spherified coconut water pearls last once prepared?

Spherified coconut water pearls are best used immediately after preparation as they begin to break down after a few hours. They can technically last 24 hours when stored in fresh water in the refrigerator, but their texture gradually deteriorates, losing the signature "pop".

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