Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 can of manjar blanco (14 oz)
- 1 cup of shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp of salt
- 2 cups of whole milk
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Pie dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Place the pre-made pie crust in the pie dish and set aside.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut and manjar blanco. Mix well and pour the mixture into the pie crust.
4. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
5. Add the whole milk and egg yolks to the saucepan. Whisk until well combined.
6. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and starts to boil.
7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
8. Pour the mixture over the coconut and manjar blanco mixture in the pie crust.
9. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set.
10. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
11. Once the pie has cooled, refrigerate it for at least 2 hours before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
This recipe serves 8 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Total fat: 16g
Saturated fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 70mg
Sodium: 180mg
Total carbohydrates: 40g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 26g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of pre-made pie crust, you can make your own pie crust from scratch.
- Instead of manjar blanco, you can use dulce de leche or caramel sauce.
- Instead of shredded coconut, you can use flaked coconut or coconut milk.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts such as pecans or almonds to the filling for added texture.
- You can sprinkle some toasted coconut flakes on top of the pie before serving.
- You can add some lime zest to the filling for a citrusy twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set properly.
- To prevent the pie crust from getting soggy, you can brush it with some beaten egg white before adding the filling.
- If the filling is too thick, you can add a little more milk to thin it out.
Storage instructions:
- Store the pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the pie, place it in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
- Dust the top of the pie with some powdered sugar before serving.
- Garnish the pie with some fresh berries or mint leaves.
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Fresh berries
- Mint leaves
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla ice cream
- Chocolate mousse
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the filling is too thin, you can add a little more cornstarch to thicken it up.
- If the pie crust is overbrowning, you can cover it with foil halfway through baking.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to refrigerate the pie after baking to prevent bacterial growth.
- Use pasteurized eggs to avoid the risk of salmonella.
Food history:
- Manjar blanco is a traditional Latin American dessert made from sweetened condensed milk that has been slowly cooked until it thickens and caramelizes.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Creamy
- Coconutty
- Caramelized
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pie as a dessert after a Latin American meal.
- Bring it to a potluck or party to share with friends and family.
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Region: Peruvian