Coconut Cream Pie I

I used coconut cream pudding instead of the vanilla pudding and heavy whipping cream whipped up with two tablespoons of granulated sugar instead of the coolwhip type cream. I also roasted about a half cup coconut on a preheated baking sheet to sprinkle on the top. It was great and I received lots of compliments. Too easy to be this YUMMY!!!

I just made this pie and I had to run to the computer to post my review. This pie is fantastic!!!! I had a craving for coconut cream pie after catching a little bit of a "Gilligans Island" re-run the other day. I remembered how easy this recipe seemed and grabed the ingredients at the store today. I used canned cocount milk instead of regular milk to kick up the cocount factor a little and it came out great!!! I will make this recipe all the time now!!! So easy and so tasty!!! Yummm

I recently made this for a PTA appreciation lunch and boy did they appreciate it! IT ROCKED! There is not an easier recipe for this out there and it yields bakery tasting results!!! I would DEFINITELY recommend using coconut flav. instant pudding rather than vanilla (I followed this advice after reading other posts...thanks.) I toasted coconut and sprinkled that atop the pie and I also piped whip cream around the sides...it was beautiful and EASY AS PIE!!! MAKE THIS PIE!! :)

Wonderful! I have made this 3 times now. Each time I use 2 small (3.5 oz ) packages of coconut instant pudding instead of a 5oz. (couldn't find) and I think it helps the pie really firm up. I didn't prebake the crust and did let it sit overnight. It's a nice treat when you are looking for something sweet that isn't chocolate. I won't bother making one from "scratch." Everyone already thinks it is!

First of all, I have to admit that I do not eat coconut so this review is based solely on the other members of my family. I used the cocunut pudding as suggested and they raved about this pie which I could not believe because it was too easy! I took it to a family gathering and it has been requested for every get together after.

I made this pie for my husband's birthday since he LOVES coconut cream pie. He said it was the very best pie he had ever enjoyed. I did replace the vanilla pudding for coconut as recommeded by others, as well as adding a splash of vanilla extract. A true keeper.

I made this with a few variatons. I used 2 small boxes of instant coconut creme pudding,I couldn't find any 5 oz. boxes. I still used the same amount of milk, and I used french vanilla cool-whip. I took one other persons advice and didn't put the toasted coconut on until I served it. Absolutely wonderful!!!

One of the greatest and easiest dessert recipes ever. I mixed vanilla and coconut pudding as suggested by other readers and added more milk and some vanilla extract. I whipped some heavy cream and toasted the coconut for the topping. I used a Graham crust pie shell. Thank you Darlene.

How easy can it get? This is great for those last minute summer cook-outs. My husband loves from scratch Coconut Cream Pie, and he said that this was right up there. Want even better pie? Melt 2 oz. semi-seet baker's chocolate, 1 tbsp. milk and 1 tbsp. butter in the microwave and pour in bottom of cooled pie crust before adding coconut mixture. Sprinkle top of pie with sliced almonds...and YUM!

Delicious! Be careful to add exactly the right of milk. I added a touch too much and it didn't firm up as much as I would have liked!

I really liked this but my husband did not. He did not like the coconut sprinkled on top. Definitely use coconut pudding otherwise your pie will taste like vanilla pudding w/coconut. I could not find coconut pudding so I used vanilla but added 3 tsp. of coconut extract. I also toasted the coconut sprinkled on top of the pie to add color and used a graham cracker crust. I served this to 2 other people who did not offer any comments but did clean their plates. I doubt I'll make this again since my husband did not care for it.

Amazing pie!!! Quick, easy, and delicious!!! I give it 5 stars following the recipe and 5+ stars with a few changes...I used 2qty 3 oz instant coconut cream pudding mixes instead of vanilla, made sure to use 2 cups of whole milk (we only drink non-fat in our house...whole milk was much better), toasted a 7oz bag of sweetened coconut flakes (added flakes to the pudding/milk/whip cream mixture without measuring and used the rest on top). The pie shell I used was Mrs. Smith from the freezer section...Follow the baking directions in package to be sure it won't bubble up on you. I also waited just until serving to add topping of whip cream and toasted coconut so it wouldn't get damaged while in the fridge.

Mmmmm.... This was very good. It tasted like resturant quality and was very easy. I made this for fathers day and received a 5 from my dad! I suggest toasting the coconut and putting it on top. To do so spread coconut on baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350 for 4 minutes.

I made this last night. YUMMY! I added 1 pkg lite cream cheese beaten with just a small amt of milk, and per other's suggestions I used 1 sm pkg coconut cream pudding & 1 sm pkg french vanilla pudding with the 1 1/2 cup milk. Used 1 cup coconut in the pie & toasted coconut & sprinkled it on top of the whipped topping. Put it in the 2 extra servings size graham cracker crust and everyone LOVED IT! I used sugar free pudding & lite whipped topping & no one noticed. I will definitely be making this pie again.

This was a quick, easy, and surprisingly tasty fix for coconut cream pie for a crowd. I quadrupled the recipe for a church dinner, and several thought it was from scratch. I used coconut cream flavored instant pudding mix, but I think the vanilla flavor, as stated in the recipe, would be much better. I toasted some of the coconut and sprinkled on top.

This recipe is very easy and very, very good. It could also be easily modified to make a quick and delicious banana cream or chocolate cream pie. Use the pudding flavor of your choice; and, instead of the flaked coconut, try fresh banana slices or maybe some crushed Oreo cookies. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!

I've made this a couple of times now and it's delicious! As suggested by other reviewers, I used 2 of the smaller packages of instant coconut pudding instead of the larger vanilla. I also added a splash of coconut extract. It's very easy and I'll certainly be making this again.

This was really good. I used 2 small boxes of vanilla and a can of coconut milk instead of regular milk, toasted the coconut before adding to mixture and put it on top as well. Great recipe. Thank You for sharing.

This was truly a great pie!!! I was looking for a dessert to bring to Thanksgiving and decided to make this one... cuz it sounded interested. Normally I make coconut custard pie but wanted something different. I pretty much followed the recipe exactly.... except to the two boxes of vanilla pudding I added coconut extract and used evaporated milk because that is what I had on hand..... and baked a regular pie crust first, put the ingredients in as stated. Of all the desserts that were at thanksgiving.... this one went first!! It was awesome!!! Will definetly make again maybe next time I will toast some coconut and put it on the top. I also think this recipe can be used for a Banana Cream pie just replace the pudding with bananna add some sliced banana and viola Banana Cream Pie!! Thanx for sharing this!!!

I used a prepared graham crumb crust and it went realy well with the filling. Being a working mom with a teenager, a toddler, and a newborn, I'm a big fan of any recipe that saves me time and still tastes great.

A friend this for a potluck today and it was amazing!!! I asked her for the recipe and this is the one she used. Highly recommended.

Excellent recipe. For a lighter version, that tasted just as scrumptious (and only 4pts per slice for you WW people), I used two small boxes sugar-free, fat-free white chocolate pudding, fat-free milk, fat-free coolwhip and a reduced fat graham cracker crust to lower the fat and calories. Topped with toasted coconut as others suggested - absolutely a marvelous creamy pie that everyone loved including the ones who usually turn up their noses at anything "light".

I added 2 tsp coconut extract to (a large box of Jello Brand) vanilla pudding & used real whipped cream made from a recipe on this website (1/2 pint heavy whipping cream, 1 Tbsp confectioner's sugar & 1 tsp vanilla). The results are a beautiful, delicious pie!

This pie is WONDERFUL. Easy! Fast! Delicious! I took another reviewers suggestion and used TWO 3.5 oz. packages of instant coconut pudding (found at Kroger) instead of the vanilla pudding. I also toasted the coconut that is sprinkled on the top of the pie. We took two pies to a large garden party and the pies were DEVOURED even before the CHOCOLATE desserts!

I'm not a coconut cream pie eater, but my son is and he wanted to try making one. So I found this recipe and, substituting coconut pudding for the vanilla, the two of us made it. According to my 7 year old, it is fantastic! We even used green food coloring in the pudding and pink for the shredded coconut, and called it worm pie!

This was a very easy pie to make.I also used the coconut cream pudding,and I used 2 pgs of the pudding and 3 1/2 cups of milk. I colored the coconut red and green and then toasted it.What a Hit! No one knew it was my first cream pie. Thank-You

Quick, easy, delicious pie!

Used lite coconut milk, added a touch of vanilla extract, and put in a graham cracker crust. Awesome pie and so very easy! I will be making this one again!

I took 2 of these pies to a Church Pie Auction. One sold for $15 and the other for $45!! I'd say it was a hit! And TOO EASY! I did use the coconut pudding. I think the vanilla would be too bland.

This wasn't very good not really like coconut cream pie more like vanilla pudding with coconut in it. Maybe I did something wrong, it is quick though and easy to make. i don't think I will be making it again.

We absolutely loved this pie! I used instant coconut pudding instead of the vanilla and I toasted the coconut before sprinkling on top.

Absolutely delicious. My husband and I ate every bit of this pie. I used two 3.4 oz. packages of coconut cream instant pudding. Awesome! Served with cool whip and toasted coconut sprinkled on top. To toast coconut easily, put some in a non stick pan and stir it constantly over low-med heat and cook it till it's lightly browned and crispy. That's how I do it.

I have to admit that I only used this recipe as a guide. I used coconut pudding mix instead of vanilla,a graham cracker crust instead of a pastry one and topped it with real whipped cream instead of frozen whipped topping. As a jumping off point it deserves all 5 stars. Thanks for a great basic recipe !

Easy and a real winner! My store didn't have the right size - had to use 2 small vanilla puddings, added the coconut to them, and toasted it for the top. Used Cool Whip Lite since it was all I had, still turned out great and got raves and recipe requests. This forum is the best to exchange recipes and ideas!

Excellent easy pie to make! I followed the suggestion of other reviewers and used the coconut cream pudding instead of vanilla and it was an instant hit. TI will be making this pie for special occasions as light, cool and absolutely delicious. I recommend this pie for any occasion.

I made this for kicks and giggles. My mom loved it and I thought it was great. I'll definitely share this and use it later. ;]

My husband loved this pie but I suggest using sweeten coconut. I did not know there was a difference and the recipe does say.

Outstanding Pie. Easy to make and loved by all in the family. Have shared it with many other family members. An added very useful feature as indicated in other emails is to toast the coconut topping first before sprinkling on the pie. Love this web site. User friendly

I made this using a graham cracker crust and it was delicious. My husband loved it. Will definatley make this again

This was outstanding!! I did make the mistake of using the smaller size pudding. So the pie wasn't as firm as it should be, but it was still excellent. I also used real whipped cream and toasted the coconut. Our guests were impressed and there wasn't anything left! It was sooooo easy. Thanks for the great reacipe.

Great tasting pie and super easy to make. I made my own whipped cream instead of using the pre-made stuff and added some coconut extract to the vanilla pudding (about 1 tablespoon). I will definitely make this recipe again. Thanks for sharing!

Yummy! I make this all the time. I don't measure out the coconut anymore...I just kind of eyeball it. I use a prepared graham cracker crust, sugar-free pudding, and I've even used sugar-free Cool Whip & it was fine.

I Love this recipe, I make the crust for this myself with some shredded coconut and butter, just pressing it into the pie mold! my mom dies for this pie!

This was pretty good tasting, definitely quick and easy! My son was expecting a more "from scratch" taste so he wasn't too impressed. But for the speed and ease of putting this pie together it tasted good.

can use coconut pudding for more flavors or coconut milk.

This is great, especially for how easy it is! I used 1 box of vanilla and one box of coconut pudding, with a Nilla wafer crust.

Simple and yummy.

Very Simple, & Much LOVED !!!

To sweet for me . But my mom relly like . I do not know what mean?????

Made this for a coworker who requested a Coconut Cream Pie. I used coconut milk instead of regular milk with a graham cracker crust and about 2 cups of coconut mixed in the pudding. Turned out well after chilling for a few hours.

I enjoyed this pie. Sure it may not taste as authentic as a time-consuming everything-made-by-scratch coconut cream pie. But I think the point of this particular recipe was to be simple and quick and that it was. I couldn't find any coconut pudding at my local super market so I added about a tablespoon of coconut essence to the vanila pudding mix. I didn't put any of the cocnut flakes in the mix itself but toasted it and then sprinkled it on top of real whipped cream. (I hate Cool Whip.)This pie worked for me and my family!

easy and delicious!! I used a graham cracker crust and the coconut pudding. Turned out great. Is really sweet so be careful there. Thanks for the idea.

I tried this recipe for Thanksgiving this year and it was a big hit with everyone! I used half cornstarch and half flour, as suggested by others. I wasn't bothered at all by the stirring. I topped it with a generous portion of cool whip. The toasted coconut was a lovely finishing touch! My parents and in-laws loved it. This recipe is a keeper!

Excellent and so easy to make. I agree with others and used Jello coconut pudding instead of vanilla, though. The Jello coconut pudding already has a little flaked coconut in it, but I put a little extra of my own in. Sooooo yummy! I also toasted some coconut to put on top for the WOW factor!

The easiest most delicious pie I´ve made in a long time!

It is definitely a 5-star recipe, next time however I will make sure to use a graham cracker crust versus rolling out a regular old pie crust.

I made this for Easter, a few people thought I had bought it. Everyone who tried it loved it, I didn't try it just don't like coconut, so I'm taking the other's opinion on this one. I used a graham cracker crust, toasted the coconut, and used 2 small packages of the coconut pudding. Will be making this again, thanks for super easy crowd pleasing recipe!

This is WONDERFUL!, the best part is, its soooooo simple to make. I couldn't find coconut pudding, so I used vanilla. You definitely HAVE to chill the cake for a few hours tho.

Hmmm.... just pudding with coconut in it. Pretty good, just not what my hubster was looking for!

Delicious and so easy to make! I'm rating it four stars because I did use two 3.4 oz boxes of coconut pudding rather than vanilla pudding to bring out that coconut flavor. Also, I toasted my coconut before sprinkling it on top. I used a store-bought shortbread crust. My family loved it, especially my little brother who went back for two more servings. Thanks for this simple and tasty recipe :)

A real keeper! The only change I made was to add 1/2 tsp coconut extract to the pudding to give it more coconut taste. It was wonderful after Easter dinner!

Looks & taste like you have been baking all day.. I used the coconut pudding as well. yum yum in our household & so easy & inexpensive to make!

I made this low sugar for a diabetic using SF pudding and SF cool whip. I also toasted the coconut topping. And I was told that I need to make another immediately!

Very good! Just make sure you get the right kind of pudding mix so that you don't have to cook it before you do the whole recipe. Everyone loved this!

I loved this recipe! It's extremely easy with no baking (except if you use a frozen pie shell). I even substituted chocolate pudding for vanilla to make an Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie!

Used 1 small box French Vanilla instant pudding and 1 small box Creamcheese-flavored instant pudding 'cuz that's what I had on hand. Increased the milk to 2 cups because of the extra pudding and added 1 1/2 tsp coconut extract. Didn't read the recipe well and folded in all of the coconut and Cool Whip. It was creamy and delicious! My husband loved it and it disappeared fast.

My family loved this so quick and easy pie. My husband said it was the best he had ever eaten.

Wow, so tasty and so easy! After reading the reviews, I changed a few things. I used a graham cracker crust, used unsweetened coconut and fresh whipping cream. The pudding is ultra sweet so mixing in unsweetened whip cream cuts the sweetness nicely. The toasted coconut on top like the picture shows is a nice touch too.

This pie was delicious and so easy to make! I've made it three times in 2 weeks. I used 2 small boxes of instant coconut cream pudding mix and added 1 tsp. of coconut extract and toasted the coconut for the top -(be careful it burns easily!). It looked so pretty, my husband thought I'd bought it.

I normally do not like pudding type pies but this is the exception. I use 2 small pkgs of instant coconut pudding. Toast 2 cups of coconut, reserve 1/2 cup for the top and fold the rest into the filling. Use same amt of milk and whole 8 oz.cool whip in filling plus extra cool whip for the top. Using the convienent roll out crust makes this fast and very easy.

I tried this recipe with a regular baked pie crust, but I bet it would be great with a graham cracker crust also. This is super quick and easy, and very tasty. For a little variety and color, I toasted the last 1/2 cup of cocount that I topped the pie with.

My family LOVED this recipe! It was easy and quick, but most of all, delicious! I used it with the French Pastry Pie Crust.

Loved this recipe and so did everyone else! I toasted the coconut before putting it on top of the whipped cream which adds a nice little touch. :)

This pie was SO delicious! I followed the recipe exactly EXCEPT I used 2 small boxes of coconut pudding mixed with 2 1/2 cups of milk. I also toasted coconut for the top and didn't sprinkle it on until I was ready to serve it. Highly recommend! I will be making this again!

This was extremely easy and the result was excellent. My husband is a coconut cream pie lover and said this was the best one he had ever had. I did make a few modifications to the recipe. They are as follows: 2 baked pie shells 1 L frozen whipped topping 1 1/2 c shredded coconut 2 1/4c milk 1 (175 g) pkg sherriff coconut pudding mix cook pudding according to pkg directions using only 2 1/4c milk. cool completely in fridge. In a large bowl mix 1/2 L whipped topping and 1c coconut with pudding; mix well. distribute evenly between cooked and cooled pie shells. Top pies with remaining whipped topping and coconut. Serve chilled.

Very easy to make and yummy! I followed some of the suggestions and added about 1 tbs. coconut extract to the vanilla pudding and toasted the coconut for the top. I also added about 1/4 c. chopped pecans to the top for extra crunch. Great!

This was pretty good. My 5 yr old and I whipped it up pretty quick! He wanted to make a 'surprise' dessert for his sister's birthday and came up with a coconut pie, though we've never had one nor talked about one- how special, though! My only complaint was that it was a little too sweet.

Super easy.

Super easy and this tasted great. My 8 year old son made this to take to Easter dinner, and it was a hit. We used a graham cracker crust and I messed up and bought a 3.5 oz size box of pudding so I adjusted the milk to 1 cup and it still came out just right.

I substitued white chocolate pudding for vanilla, and it was great! Very easy recipe. I was happy!

easiest pie ever,made this for husband for fathers day,it was a big hit,thank you

This is incredible! I have never made pudding and was nervous I would mess it up, but it went great. It is so smooth and creamy. I added coconut and will use this for a homemade coconut cream pie. With 3 kids, this will definitely stay on my quick and easy snack list.

This was really good and quick and easy!!!We all liked this pie. One of my guests suggested toasting the coconut for more color and flavor. This was really great to make in a hurry!

Very Simple and Very Good. (used coconut cream pudding)

Following other reviews I made the recipe with 2 small packages of instant coconut cream pudding, 1 3/4 cup of milk, and I toasted 1/4 cup of coconut to sprinkle on top. I found that with the added amount of pudding the pie overflowed slightly, so next time I make this I might add less of the pudding. I found that the 1/2 cup of coconut called for in the recipe to sprinkle on top of the pie was slightly too much; I ended up using only 1/4 cups. With the changes it was absolutely delicious and I will be making it again.

My family LOVED this recipe! It was easy and quick, but most of all, delicious! I used it with the French Pastry Pie Crust.

Buy the instant coconut cream pudding mix..WHY buy vanilla? You get more flavor also by adding a small amount of coconut extract..

I've made this several times with excellent results every time. I always toast my coconut though so it adds a bit of crunchy texture to the smoothness of the pudding. Love this!!

Very good. Was so easy that I did not think it could be. But was enjoyed by all.

Thank you for this easy, awesome recipe! I give it four stars because it needs the modification that everyone suggested- use canned coconut milk, even if you find coconut flavored instant pudding. Delicious, and very easy to make!

Fantastic! Made it for thanksgiving and it was the first pie out of 5 that was gone. Easy and really delicious. Made it exactly as stated. Will be making it again and again. Thanks!

Thank you, thank you for this delicious recipe. I couldn't believe how easy it was - or how wonderful it turned out. I made it for Father's Day and husband's grandmother told me it was the best coconut pie she's had since HER mother passed away! Even my never pleased mother in law has begged me to make her her own pie! No one would believe how easy it was to make. A definite hit!

An awesomely quick and delicious pie! Hubby said it was just like his Mom's. Needless to say, he ate most of it! This is THE dessert for family gatherings!

Instead of using regular milk use coconut milk. Your pie will taste wonderful.

My husband's favorite pie is coconut cream and he loved this recipe. I made my own pie crust with 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup shortening, 1/3 cup ice water (cut in), pinch of salt and a pinch of sugar. then baked for 10-12 mins at 400. I let the crust cool then followed the recipe exactly except I toasted my coconut.. I love it and my husband couldn't get enough. Thank you for this recipe.

Delicious and quick. Used a shortbread crust. I don't like regular pie crusts with cream pies. Get soggy quickly. Used coconut cream pudding. Toasted coconut for top. My family who doesn't really care for coconut gobbled it up. Thanks for a great recipe!

Wow! I made this pie for Christmas Eve and got rave reviews! I toasted the coconut which made the pie a little more colorful. This was definitely a winner!

This recipe is delicious and fool proof! Thank you for sharing!

This recipe is easy and quick. Tip: If you're a coconut lover, subsitute coconut milk instead of milk. Um-Um