Coconut Cream Pie w/coconut, pecan, cacao nibs crust

Kevinpa · 03-12-2007, 02:03 PM

8 servings @ 4 carbs per slice.

Crust

1/4 cup unsweetened coconut
10 T. Carbquik
1/4 cup pecans
1/4 cup cacao nibs
1/4 cup powdered erythritol
1/2 t. splenda quick pack
3 T. coconut oil

Pulse all dry ingredients in food proccessor until ground fine.
Cut coconut oil into dry mixture and press into a 9 inch pie dish.
Bake crust in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until set.
Let cool completely.

Filling

1/2 cup powdered erythritol
1/4 cup not/Sugar
1 T. diabetisweet
1 T. vanilla extract
1 cup unsweetened coconut
2 egg yokes
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups coconut milk
3 T. coconut cream concentrate

Combine dry ingredients with coconut milk and heat over medium high heat until well incorporated and smooth.
Add in vanilla, butter, yokes, and coconut cream concentrate stirring constantly.
Bring mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to medium low.
Continue stirring until mixture becomes very thick.
Remove from heat, cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
Fill cooled crust with filling.

Meringue

4 egg whites
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1/4 cup granular erythritol
2 T. not/Sugar
1 T. diabetisweet

Combine egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sweetener until stiff peaks. Put lightly on pie.

Bake pie in a preheated 350 oven for 20 min or until meringue is a golden brown.

marieze · 03-12-2007, 02:33 PM

Tell your wife to move over......I'm comin' home!!!!!

NotoSugar · 03-12-2007, 02:56 PM

This looks TOOOO good! Thanks Kevin.

Jaideyes · 03-12-2007, 04:15 PM

That looks fantastic, I was dying to see the cut slice as well

suzy345 · 03-12-2007, 04:37 PM

This is a must make! Where do you buy cacao nibs, Kevin?

Kevinpa · 03-12-2007, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaideyes

That looks fantastic, I was dying to see the cut slice as well

It needed to chill just a slight bit more....But....Yummo!!

AdeCafe · 03-12-2007, 05:52 PM

OMG! Where do you live, we are all going to raid your house for baked goods and desserts!!
I cannot imagine what your pantry looks like!

Helen

Kevinpa · 03-12-2007, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suzy345

This is a must make! Where do you buy cacao nibs, Kevin?

I buy them online suzy. If you google "organic cacao nibs" you will find many places to buy them.

That Girl · 03-13-2007, 05:54 PM

looks like another winner! what is coconut concentrate? thanks...

Kevinpa · 03-13-2007, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by That Girl

looks like another winner! what is coconut concentrate? thanks...

It's 100% pure natural coconut bella. If you google it there are quite a few places you can get it.

Kevinpa · 03-13-2007, 06:09 PM

BTW here is a cut after I let it cool properly.

Tater Head · 03-13-2007, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suzy345

This is a must make! Where do you buy cacao nibs, Kevin?

I got mine at Whole foods. I must try this recipe, but I like whipped cream on top, the only pie I like Meringue on is lemon

Kevinpa · 03-13-2007, 07:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tater Head

but I like whipped cream on top, the only pie I like Meringue on is lemon

I was trying to keep this non-diary for my DW's sake.

That Girl · 03-14-2007, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tater Head

I got mine at Whole foods. I must try this recipe, but I like whipped cream on top, the only pie I like Meringue on is lemon

hi tater head, do you remember what dept you found the cocoa nibs in? i just tried to find out if mine had them and i think they thought i was crazy. never heard of them....thanks!

CRosie · 03-14-2007, 06:09 PM

<<Tell your wife to move over......I'm comin' home!!!!!.>

Count me in too. It's going to be a crowded house!

Ro

Jaideyes · 03-15-2007, 07:35 PM

Thanks Kevin, it is absolutely gorgeous and mouthwatering! I have the cocoa nibs, now I finally have something GREAT to use them for.

Barbara Ray · 08-21-2007, 02:37 PM

Hi Kevin,

I just found this recipe after going through your list - and REALLY want to make it - but would have to order both the nibs and the coconut cream concentrate online from two different sources - thus incurring two separate shipping charges - plus the concentrate is expensive.

SOOOOOO - a couple of questions:

How important are the nibs to the crust?

The other - I live in a area with a large population of people from the Caribbean (South Florida) and all of our grocery stores have an entire section devoted to food products indigenous to the area - however NO coconut cream concentrate. BUT what I did find was Pure Coconut Cream which comes in a 6 oz size. - it's like a paste. Could I substitue that for the coconut cream concentrate - it seems pretty concentrated to me.

If not I just expect that I'll have to shelve the recipe - way too expensive!

Thanks!

Barb

Kevinpa · 08-21-2007, 03:03 PM

Barb, I used the nibs to add a little crunch and flavor to the crust but they could be omitted without a problem. Depending on your taste, a sub that could be used to acheive the same effect would be chopped coffee beans.

Also the Pure Coconut Cream that you mention will do just fine as a sub.

Let us know how it turns out for you.

Barbara Ray · 08-21-2007, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevinpa

Barb, I used the nibs to add a little crunch and flavor to the crust but they could be omitted without a problem. Depending on your taste, a sub that could be used to acheive the same effect would be chopped coffee beans.

Also the Pure Coconut Cream that you mention will do just fine as a sub.

Let us know how it turns out for you.

That's GREAT on both counts!!!!

I "plan" on making it this weekend - I can't wait - it looks SOOOOO good!

Barbara Ray · 08-23-2007, 11:41 AM

Hi Kevin,

Well I just finished making the filling for the pie using the Pure Coconut Cream and it tastes GREAT - also has the consistency that is required.

The BEST part is the Pure Coconut Cream only cost me 89 cents!!!

My husband will be VERY pleased with this one - coconut cream is one of his VERY favorites - thank! AGAIN

mac24312 · 03-21-2008, 04:07 PM

BUMPING..going to fix this for my LC dessert for Easter to go along with my Ham with LC glaze...Kevin's Pot Roast...mock potato salad..deviled eggs..Kevin's Rolls made with his LC Whole Wheat Bread and Kevin's Green Bean and Cauliflower Casserole.

Happy Easter Everyone!
HUGS
Christina

jacksmixedtape · 03-21-2008, 09:34 PM

I will definitely be trying a gluten-free version of this when the coconut concentrate and isomalt comes in the mail! Love that you're using stuff like cacao nibs. Looks delish!

theredhead · 03-23-2008, 04:28 PM

I adore coconut cream pie with whipped cream topping, but not meringue. If I'm not doing meringue, do I need to cook the pie (after the previous steps)? This sounds so yummy!

mac24312 · 03-23-2008, 04:56 PM

I made this and just ate a piece of it..what I did was instead of meringue I used Heavy Whipping cream thicken with Geltine and sweetened with a couple of drops of liquid splenda. I also didn't use the nips. I just used more pecans in my crust. So..no..you dont need to cook it if you dont use the meringue because all he is doing is browning it. It thickens up great without putting it back in the oven. Very good Kevin! Thanks!

HUGS
Christina

theredhead · 03-23-2008, 08:41 PM

Thanks! I'm going to try it soon.

CreekWatcher · 07-17-2008, 12:26 PM

Kevin, I think I can sub for the coconut cream concentrate, which I don't want to order, but have a question about the merinque; would poly-d and a little add'l Splenda work as a sub for diabetesweet, or would that fail to work in a meringue?

And, just out of curiosity, do you know if Navitas Naturals Raw Cacao Nibs (organic) is a good brand? (That's the one I've got.) Thanks.

Kevinpa · 07-17-2008, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CreekWatcher

Kevin, I think I can sub for the coconut cream concentrate, which I don't want to order, but have a question about the merinque; would poly-d and a little add'l Splenda work as a sub for diabetesweet, or would that fail to work in a meringue?

And, just out of curiosity, do you know if Navitas Naturals Raw Cacao Nibs (organic) is a good brand? (That's the one I've got.) Thanks.

I have never tried polyd in a meringue before but I would guess it would work ok. I like to use a little bit of some form of granular sweetener when making it because it helps to give the meringue more body. As a matter of fact, the last couple times I made meringue, I used granular erythritol instead of the powered and omitted the diabetisweet.

As far as the nibs go, I have bought Navitas and it is a good brand. Most organics are ok to buy.

HTH

mac24312 · 12-15-2008, 01:31 PM

Bumping again for Christmas baking..

HUGS!

03-12-2007, 02:03 PM	#1
Kevinpa Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 5,174 Gallery: Kevinpa Stats: 230/160/165 WOE: Low Carb Maintenance Start Date: May 2005	Coconut Cream Pie w/coconut, pecan, cacao nibs crust 8 servings @ 4 carbs per slice. Crust 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut 10 T. Carbquik 1/4 cup pecans 1/4 cup cacao nibs 1/4 cup powdered erythritol 1/2 t. splenda quick pack 3 T. coconut oil Pulse all dry ingredients in food proccessor until ground fine. Cut coconut oil into dry mixture and press into a 9 inch pie dish. Bake crust in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until set. Let cool completely. Filling 1/2 cup powdered erythritol 1/4 cup not/Sugar 1 T. diabetisweet 1 T. vanilla extract 1 cup unsweetened coconut 2 egg yokes 1 tablespoon butter 2 cups coconut milk 3 T. coconut cream concentrate Combine dry ingredients with coconut milk and heat over medium high heat until well incorporated and smooth. Add in vanilla, butter, yokes, and coconut cream concentrate stirring constantly. Bring mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to medium low. Continue stirring until mixture becomes very thick. Remove from heat, cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fill cooled crust with filling. Meringue 4 egg whites 1 tsp. cream of tartar 1/4 cup granular erythritol 2 T. not/Sugar 1 T. diabetisweet Combine egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sweetener until stiff peaks. Put lightly on pie. Bake pie in a preheated 350 oven for 20 min or until meringue is a golden brown. __________________ Success is a journey, Not a destination. So stop running. Recipe Page

03-12-2007, 02:33 PM	#2
marieze MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon Posts: 1,435 Gallery: marieze Stats: 361/332/170 WOE: My way low carb! Start Date: July 11th 2003	Kevin Tell your wife to move over......I'm comin' home!!!!!

03-21-2008, 04:07 PM	#21
mac24312 Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Far SW Virginia Posts: 3,050 Gallery: mac24312 Stats: 250/130/140 WOE: Stella Style/My OWN LC WOL ;]/Maintenance Start Date: October 07 2006 TWO years on Atkins ;]	BUMPING..going to fix this for my LC dessert for Easter to go along with my Ham with LC glaze...Kevin's Pot Roast...mock potato salad..deviled eggs..Kevin's Rolls made with his LC Whole Wheat Bread and Kevin's Green Bean and Cauliflower Casserole. Happy Easter Everyone! HUGS Christina Last edited by mac24312; 03-21-2008 at 04:08 PM.. Reason: needed to add one more thing. ;]

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03-12-2007, 02:56 PM	#3
NotoSugar Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Colorado Posts: 641 Gallery: NotoSugar	This looks TOOOO good! Thanks Kevin.

03-12-2007, 04:15 PM	#4
Jaideyes Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 229 Gallery: Jaideyes Stats: 140/110 44 y.o. 5'4" WOE: Moderate Carbs / Maintenance Start Date: 1998	That looks fantastic, I was dying to see the cut slice as well

03-12-2007, 04:37 PM	#5
suzy345 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 47 Gallery: suzy345	This is a must make! Where do you buy cacao nibs, Kevin?

03-12-2007, 05:52 PM	#7
AdeCafe Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: indiana Posts: 69 Gallery: AdeCafe WOE: low carb my way, mostly atkins Start Date: feb 07	OMG! Where do you live, we are all going to raid your house for baked goods and desserts!! I cannot imagine what your pantry looks like! Helen

03-13-2007, 05:54 PM	#9
That Girl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,693 Gallery: That Girl	looks like another winner! what is coconut concentrate? thanks...

03-13-2007, 06:09 PM	#11
Kevinpa Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 5,174 Gallery: Kevinpa Stats: 230/160/165 WOE: Low Carb Maintenance Start Date: May 2005	BTW here is a cut after I let it cool properly.

03-14-2007, 06:09 PM	#15
CRosie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 831 Gallery: CRosie Stats: 266/186/150 WOE: my own low carb/sometimes lowfat plan Start Date: May 21, 2007	<<Tell your wife to move over......I'm comin' home!!!!!.> Count me in too. It's going to be a crowded house! Ro

03-15-2007, 07:35 PM	#16
Jaideyes Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 229 Gallery: Jaideyes Stats: 140/110 44 y.o. 5'4" WOE: Moderate Carbs / Maintenance Start Date: 1998	Thanks Kevin, it is absolutely gorgeous and mouthwatering! I have the cocoa nibs, now I finally have something GREAT to use them for.

08-21-2007, 02:37 PM	#17
Barbara Ray Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Miami-Dade, Florida Posts: 691 Gallery: Barbara Ray Stats: 230/150/162/150 WOE: Low Calorie/Low Glycemic Load/Low Carb	Hi Kevin, I just found this recipe after going through your list - and REALLY want to make it - but would have to order both the nibs and the coconut cream concentrate online from two different sources - thus incurring two separate shipping charges - plus the concentrate is expensive. SOOOOOO - a couple of questions: How important are the nibs to the crust? The other - I live in a area with a large population of people from the Caribbean (South Florida) and all of our grocery stores have an entire section devoted to food products indigenous to the area - however NO coconut cream concentrate. BUT what I did find was Pure Coconut Cream which comes in a 6 oz size. - it's like a paste. Could I substitue that for the coconut cream concentrate - it seems pretty concentrated to me. If not I just expect that I'll have to shelve the recipe - way too expensive! Thanks! Barb

08-21-2007, 03:03 PM	#18
Kevinpa Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 5,174 Gallery: Kevinpa Stats: 230/160/165 WOE: Low Carb Maintenance Start Date: May 2005	Barb, I used the nibs to add a little crunch and flavor to the crust but they could be omitted without a problem. Depending on your taste, a sub that could be used to acheive the same effect would be chopped coffee beans. Also the Pure Coconut Cream that you mention will do just fine as a sub. Let us know how it turns out for you.

08-23-2007, 11:41 AM	#20
Barbara Ray Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Miami-Dade, Florida Posts: 691 Gallery: Barbara Ray Stats: 230/150/162/150 WOE: Low Calorie/Low Glycemic Load/Low Carb	Hi Kevin, Well I just finished making the filling for the pie using the Pure Coconut Cream and it tastes GREAT - also has the consistency that is required. The BEST part is the Pure Coconut Cream only cost me 89 cents!!! My husband will be VERY pleased with this one - coconut cream is one of his VERY favorites - thank! AGAIN

03-21-2008, 09:34 PM	#22
jacksmixedtape Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: going to school in NC Posts: 3,422 Gallery: jacksmixedtape Stats: 160/140ish, 5'11" WOE: gluten-free whole foods Start Date: May 2007	I will definitely be trying a gluten-free version of this when the coconut concentrate and isomalt comes in the mail! Love that you're using stuff like cacao nibs. Looks delish!

03-23-2008, 04:28 PM	#23
theredhead MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 1,259 Gallery: theredhead Stats: 229/138/138 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 09/04/03	I adore coconut cream pie with whipped cream topping, but not meringue. If I'm not doing meringue, do I need to cook the pie (after the previous steps)? This sounds so yummy!

03-23-2008, 04:56 PM	#24
mac24312 Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Far SW Virginia Posts: 3,050 Gallery: mac24312 Stats: 250/130/140 WOE: Stella Style/My OWN LC WOL ;]/Maintenance Start Date: October 07 2006 TWO years on Atkins ;]	I made this and just ate a piece of it..what I did was instead of meringue I used Heavy Whipping cream thicken with Geltine and sweetened with a couple of drops of liquid splenda. I also didn't use the nips. I just used more pecans in my crust. So..no..you dont need to cook it if you dont use the meringue because all he is doing is browning it. It thickens up great without putting it back in the oven. Very good Kevin! Thanks! HUGS Christina

03-23-2008, 08:41 PM	#25
theredhead MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 1,259 Gallery: theredhead Stats: 229/138/138 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 09/04/03	Thanks! I'm going to try it soon.

07-17-2008, 12:26 PM	#26
CreekWatcher Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 647 Gallery: CreekWatcher	Kevin, I think I can sub for the coconut cream concentrate, which I don't want to order, but have a question about the merinque; would poly-d and a little add'l Splenda work as a sub for diabetesweet, or would that fail to work in a meringue? And, just out of curiosity, do you know if Navitas Naturals Raw Cacao Nibs (organic) is a good brand? (That's the one I've got.) Thanks.

12-15-2008, 01:31 PM	#28
mac24312 Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Far SW Virginia Posts: 3,050 Gallery: mac24312 Stats: 250/130/140 WOE: Stella Style/My OWN LC WOL ;]/Maintenance Start Date: October 07 2006 TWO years on Atkins ;]	Bumping again for Christmas baking.. HUGS!