Pie, coconut creme, commercially prepared
Whole food · Baked Products
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A classic American dessert featuring a flaky pastry crust filled with a rich, sweet coconut custard and topped with a toasted meringue. Its texture is a delightful contrast between the creamy, slightly chewy filling and the light, airy topping. Nutritionally, it's a high-energy treat, delivering nearly 300 calories and over 37 grams of carbohydrates per 100 grams.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 49% carbs · 49% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore the harmonious blend of tropical coconut sweetness, rich custard, and the toasty, marshmallow-like flavor of the meringue topping. It's a beloved comfort food, often associated with family gatherings and Southern U.S. cuisine.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high sugar and refined carbohydrate content can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it unsuitable for those managing diabetes or insulin resistance. To mitigate this, enjoy a small slice paired with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) to slow digestion. It is also a common allergen, containing wheat (gluten), eggs, and sometimes dairy.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Source of dietary fat for satiety
- Contains small amounts of iron from the flour
- Offers a comforting, nostalgic flavor experience
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💡 Did you know?
The toasted meringue topping isn't just for show; it was traditionally used as a 'cap' to prevent a skin from forming on the custard filling as it cooled.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 43.2 g |
| Energy | 298 kcal |
| Energy | 1247 kj |
| Protein | 2.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 16.6 g |
| Ash | 0.80 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 37.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 29.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.80 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 85.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 65.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 204 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.47 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.44 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.05 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.08 mg |
| Niacin | 0.20 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.24 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 7.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 2.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 5.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 8.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 22.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.12 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 27.0 ug |
| Retinol | 27.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 90.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 6.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 5.3 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 7.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.30 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.24 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 1.9 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.82 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.0 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.7 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.3 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.5 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.03 g |
| Threonine | 0.08 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.10 g |
| Leucine | 0.17 g |
| Lysine | 0.12 g |
| Methionine | 0.04 g |
| Cystine | 0.03 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.10 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.08 g |
| Valine | 0.12 g |
| Arginine | 0.11 g |
| Histidine | 0.05 g |
| Alanine | 0.07 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.14 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.51 g |
| Glycine | 0.06 g |
| Proline | 0.19 g |
| Serine | 0.11 g |
FAQ
Is coconut cream pie the same as coconut custard pie?
They are very similar, but a traditional coconut cream pie is typically topped with meringue or whipped cream, while a coconut custard pie often has the coconut mixed directly into the custard base and is baked without a separate topping.
Why is my coconut cream pie filling runny?
This is usually caused by not cooking the custard long enough for the starches (cornstarch or flour) to fully activate and set. The filling must reach a full boil and be cooked for a minute while stirring constantly.
Can I use light coconut milk instead of full-fat?
It's not recommended for pie filling. Full-fat coconut milk or cream is essential for the rich, thick texture and authentic flavor. Light versions have too much water and won't set properly.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.98 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 1.3 g fiber · 18.5 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.14 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.