Coconut Custard Pie 🍰🥥  
Delight your loved ones with a taste of the tropics! Perfect for family gatherings or a relaxing evening treat.  

🍽️  Ingredients 🍽️  
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut  
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar  
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted  
- 1 cup whole milk  
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar  
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs  
- 1 tsp vanilla extract  
- 3 large eggs  
- 1 cup heavy cream  
- 1/4 cup cornstarch  
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted for garnish  

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳  
1. Prepare the Crust  
   - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).  
   - In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and sugar.  
   - Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture is evenly coated.  
   - Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie pan, covering the bottom and sides.  
   - Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool.  

2. Make the Custard Filling  
   - In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, and cornstarch.  
   - Cook over medium heat while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 8-10 minutes.  
   - Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and vanilla extract.  
   - Pour the custard into the cooled pie crust.  

3. Toast the Coconut for Garnish  
   - Spread 1/2 cup of shredded coconut on a baking sheet and toast it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown. Keep a close eye on it, as it can burn quickly.  

4. Garnish and Chill  
   - Sprinkle the toasted coconut over the custard pie.  
   - Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.  

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎  
Approximate nutritional content per serving (based on 8 servings):  
- Calories: 280  
- Carbohydrates: 32g  
- Protein: 4g  
- Fats: 16g  

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡  
- For an extra flavor boost, try adding a touch of lime zest to the custard filling!  
- This pie is even better the next day, so make it ahead of time for a hassle-free dessert.  

⏳ Preparation time 🍰  
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: 8