These Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits are the ultimate treat! Over the top coconut flavor!
I’ve been a fan of coconut cream pie since I was a kid.
We had awesome neighbors growing up. The Clark family lived two doors down. They had 5 kids, we had four. We’d spend the days riding bikes, playing games, swimming in the summer, playing in the snow in the winter and just having plain old kid fun.
My mother and father and the Clarks would go out to dinner on Saturday nights often. My dad was a doctor and sometimes he’d get called into surgery, and disappointed, my mom would need to cancel their dinner date.
One of their favorite restaurants was called the Villa and they had the MOST INCREDIBLE coconut cream pie. It was piled high and sprinkled with tons of toasted coconut. It was my Dad’s favorite and Mr. Clark knew it.
I can remember one night, around 9pm after my mom had to cancel, the doorbell rang. And who was standing on the other side of the door with an entire pie and a big smile….Mr. Clark.
Suffice it to say, I think everyone needs a Mr. Clark in their life. His kindness knew no bounds and he will always have a special place in my heart, along with Mrs. Clark and the entire family.
Today’s Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits are my little spin on that super delicious pie. They’ve got over the top coconut flavor just like that pie back in the day.
I opted for a parfait instead of a pie because I love how easy parfaits are. Just grab a couple of glasses, fill the bottom with a chocolate graham cracker crust, top with some rich, smooth, luscious coconut custard filling and then some fresh whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes. Are you guys drooling yet?
The chocolate graham cracker crust is quick combination of chocolate graham crackers, sugar and butter and the creamy coconut custard is made of milk, canned cream of coconut, eggs, sugar, flour, shredded coconut, salt and vanilla. And they take no time to make. The only hard part is waiting for them to chill.
These parfaits are totally dreamy folks! Enjoy!
A few other favorite coconut desserts here at the BHK are my Almond Joy Chocolate Chip Cookies, my Key Lime and Coconut Bundt Cake and my Chocolate Chip Toasted Coconut Scones.
A Few Cook’s Notes for Coconut Cream Pie Parfait
I love the chocolate graham cracker crust, but you can also substitute regular graham crackers.
To make these super easy, I used Cool Whip to top these, but you can also make homemade whipped cream if you’ve got the time.
These parfaits are perfect in mini mason jars also.
Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits
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Chocolate Graham Cracker Crust
- 1 1/2 cups finely ground chocolate graham crackers
- 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 8 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
Coconut Cream Pie Custard
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup canned cream of coconut
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 2 cups unsweetened, shredded coconut, I use Bob's Red Mill
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- Cool Whip, for topping
- toasted coconut flakes, for topping, if desired
Instructions
Chocolate Graham Cracker Crust
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with granulated sugar. Add the melted butter and mix with a fork until crumbly. Evenly distribute crumbs into bottoms of 5 glasses.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and cream of coconut. Cook to a simmer.
- In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, granulated sugar, flour, coconut, salt and vanilla and whisk until smooth. While whisking, add 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture. Then pour this mixture into the remaining milk in the saucepan. Bring to a boil, while whisking constantly, until mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Spoon the filling into the glasses on top of the crust. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Before serving top with some Cool Whip and toasted coconut flakes.
Oh my goodness! This is another beautiful pearl and warm story to share. Thank you for spreading goodness around Mary Ann !
Thanks so much Davorka. Happy to! Have a great day!
Coconut cream has to be on the tip top of my fave things and these little parfaits are the cutest! Such a sweet memory too! Pinned :)
It’s one of my favorites Dawn. Brings back such special memories!
The Clarks sound like a wonderful family to know, Mary Ann! We all need people like that in our lives.
Loving your sophisticated take on coconut cream pie. And, really, who doesn’t love a parfait? ;) Beautiful and delicious!
Yes we do Marissa. They were the best. Parfaits are a fave of mine for summer entertaining.
I love the back story Mary Ann, that’s so sweet of Mr. Clark! I’m glad you have those memories of playing with the kids next door. Such fun! I would say these parfaits do that coconut cream pie justice! Yum!
Thanks Katherine! Simpler times back then. These parfaits are super. Hope you give them a try!
I’m crazy for anything coconut! And coconut cream pie happens to be one of the few types of pies I absolutely love! Needless to say, I’m drooling over these cutie parfaits!!! I would have zero self control around these! But, it would totally be worth it! Pinned!
We really enjoy these Chey. Coconut is one of my weaknesses. I served these to a neighbor a few nights ago and he loved them!
This looks so amazingly delicious Mary Ann. I’m a coconut fanatic and its a no bake recipe. Perfect for the hot weather
Thanks so much Rahul. They’re so easy to throw together and yes, perfect for summer!
What a fantastic pie story…. I’m hoping Mr. Clark will knock on my door! These are fabulous and just enough without over indulging. Love the chocolate crust!!
Lol! He was the BEST Traci!
I have a serious weakness for anything coconut, so I know I would love these! And the individual servings are perfect. Pinning and can’t wait to try!
Me too Leanne! Thanks!
I have a friend who loves coconut cream pie so the next time she and her husband come to dinner, I’ll serve these parfaits. I’ve pinned, thank you for sharing.
ou’re so welcome Karen. Hope you all enjoy them!