Coconut Pie

Southern US Coconut Pie is a rich, custard-like dessert baked in a pie crust, celebrated for its sweet, chewy texture from shredded coconut. It typically features eggs, sugar, butter, milk or cream, and a generous amount of coconut, often with a hint of vanilla. This classic comfort food is a staple in Southern baking, especially during holidays and family gatherings.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This pie is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, butter, and coconut, providing a dense source of energy. A single serving offers a significant amount of saturated fat and sugar, with minimal protein, and a rough calorie count of 400-500 kcal per slice.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	38 g
Sodium	220 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Selenium	8 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Phosphorus	90 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Copper	0.2 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.1 mg
Folate	20 mcg

Per 1 slice (1/8 of a 9-inch pie, approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a beloved 'comfort food' in the American South, often passed down through family recipes and a symbol of hospitality. Nutritionally, the coconut provides some dietary fiber and minerals like manganese, but the overall profile is indulgent rather than nutrient-dense.