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Coconut Cream Pie Cookie Cups

A delightful dessert featuring creamy coconut filling in buttery cookie cups topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Cups
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Coconut Cream Filling
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (toasted for garnish)
For Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • Extra toasted coconut for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin with non-stick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, then add the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Slowly mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  5. Scoop about a tablespoon of dough into each muffin tin cup and press down slightly to form a small cup shape.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow the cookie cups to cool completely in the pan before removing them.
Filling
  1. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, heavy cream, sugar, and cornstarch over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture begins to thicken.
  2. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract and shredded coconut. Allow it to cool slightly.
  3. Once the cookie cups have cooled, spoon the coconut cream filling into each cup generously.
Topping
  1. Finish off with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
  2. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Tips: Don’t overbake the cookie cups, use room temperature ingredients for a smoother mixture, and select high-quality shredded coconut for best results.