Servings: 8

1/2 (14.1-oz.) package piecrusts, refrigerated, or a Graham ½ (14.1-oz.) package piecrusts, refrigerated, or a Graham
cracker crust* cracker crust*
1/2 cup sugar ½ cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch ¼ cup cornstarch
2 cups half-and-half 2 cups half-and-half
4 egg yolks 4 egg yolks
3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons butter
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided 2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
2 cups whipping cream 2 cups whipping cream
1/3 cup sugar ⅓ cup sugar
Garnish: Toasted coconut Garnish: Toasted coconut

Directions
Prepare crust: subheading: Prepare crust:
Place 1 piecrust into a 9-inch pie plate according to package directions; fold edges under, crimp, and prick bottom and sides of piecrust using a fork. Bake a one-crust pie following package instructions.
Prepare filling: subheading: Prepare filling:
Combine ½ cup sugar and cornstarch in a heavy saucepan.
Whisk together half-and-half and egg yolks. Gradually whisk egg into sugar mixture; bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly.
Boil 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in butter, 1 cup coconut, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
Place plastic wrap directly on pan to cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Spoon custard mixture into crust, cover and chill 30 minutes or until set.
Prepare whipped cream: subheading: Prepare whipped cream:
Using an electric mixer, beat whipping cream at high speed until foamy; gradually add ⅓ cup sugar and remaining 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla, beating until soft peaks form.
Pipe or spread whipped cream over pie filling, or serve on the side**
Garnish with toasted coconut if desired.

* I have used a Graham cracker crust with great success, either store bought or homemade.  * I have used a Graham cracker crust with great success, either store bought or homemade.
**I top the pie with toasted coconut. I always serve the whipped cream on the side and never spread it on the pie.  **I top the pie with toasted coconut. I always serve the whipped cream on the side and never spread it on the pie.