Chilled Lime-Coconut Pie with Macadamia-Coconut Crust

Chilled Lime-Coconut Pie with Macadamia-Coconut Crust
45 min.
8
567kcal

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Indulge in a tropical escape with our Chilled Lime-Coconut Pie with Macadamia-Coconut Crust, a delightful dessert that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This refreshing pie combines the zesty brightness of fresh lime juice and the creamy richness of cream of coconut, creating a harmonious balance that is both invigorating and satisfying. The unique macadamia-coconut crust adds a nutty crunch that perfectly complements the smooth filling, making each bite a delightful experience.

Perfect for warm weather gatherings or as a sweet ending to any meal, this pie is not only delicious but also visually stunning. The vibrant lime rounds garnished with powdered sugar add a touch of elegance, making it a showstopper on any dessert table. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and the option to make it ahead of time, this recipe is as convenient as it is delectable.

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, this Chilled Lime-Coconut Pie is sure to impress. With its creamy texture, refreshing flavors, and delightful crunch, it’s a dessert that will leave your guests raving and coming back for seconds. Dive into this tropical delight and let the flavors transport you to a sun-kissed paradise!

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce cream of coconut canned (such as Coco López)
  • ounces macadamia nuts 
  • teaspoons gelatin powder unflavored
  •  lime thinly sliced into rounds
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoons lime zest grated
  • 0.7 cup yogurt plain low-fat
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • servings powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 cup coconut sweetened flaked
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted melted
  • ounces vanilla wafers 
  • tablespoons water cold
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • measuring cup
  • pastry bag
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Finely grind cookies and nuts in processor.
  2. Transfer to medium bowl.
  3. Mix in coconut.
  4. Add butter and stir until blended. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and up sides of 9-inch-diameter metal or glass pie dish. Cover and freeze 30 minutes. (Can be prepared 1 week ahead. Keep frozen.)
  5. Bake until crust is golden, about 20 minutes. Cool completely.
  6. Whisk first 4 ingredients in 4-cup measuring cup or large bowl to blend.
  7. Pour 3 tablespoons cold water into small metal bowl.
  8. Sprinkle gelatin over.
  9. Let stand until gelatin softens, about 10 minutes. Set bowl in small saucepan of barely simmering water; whisk until gelatin dissolves, about 1 minute.
  10. Whisk into coconut mixture.
  11. Pour into crust (filling will reach top of crust). Chill until set, about 4 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.)
  12. Beat cream and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar in medium bowl until stiff peaks form.
  13. Transfer to pastry bag fitted with large star tip. Pipe around edge of pie. Dip lime rounds into additional powdered sugar.
  14. Garnish pie with lime.

Nutrition Facts

Calories567kcal
Protein2.86%
Fat50.58%
Carbs46.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.88
Glycemic Load
10.04
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.7313043812047%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
5.17mg
Naringenin
0.36mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:567.34kcal
28.37%
Fat:32.46g
49.94%
Saturated Fat:19.76g
123.48%
Carbohydrates:67.24g
22.41%
Net Carbohydrates:63.95g
23.25%
Sugar:54.94g
61.05%
Cholesterol:41.87mg
13.96%
Sodium:132.27mg
5.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.13g
8.26%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.65%
Fiber:3.29g
13.15%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.01%
Vitamin A:527.68IU
10.55%
Vitamin C:7.5mg
9.09%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.77%
Phosphorus:72.46mg
7.25%
Calcium:66.07mg
6.61%
Folate:22.35µg
5.59%
Copper:0.1mg
5.17%
Magnesium:18.21mg
4.55%
Potassium:151.53mg
4.33%
Selenium:2.74µg
3.92%
Vitamin B3:0.74mg
3.71%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.11%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.09%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.83%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.7%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.56%
Iron:0.44mg
2.44%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.41%
Vitamin K:1.4µg
1.33%
Source:Epicurious