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Tropical Twist: Island Pecan Pie

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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 pie crust homemade or store-bought
  • 1 3/4 cups sugar
  • 1 cup pecans roughly chopped
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
  • 5 eggs room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Directions:
  • Prepare the Oven and Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 300ยบ F. Place the pie crust in a round baking dish, crimping the edges for a decorative touch.
  • Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, beat together sugar, eggs, cornstarch, flour, and salt until smooth and well combined. Mix in the melted butter, then gently fold in the pecans, pineapple, and coconut.
  • Bake the Pie: Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes, then cover with aluminum foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the center is just set.
  • Cool and Garnish: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Garnish with whipped cream and toasted coconut before serving.