Nothing brings people together like a delicious homemade pecan pie. And when you add a touch of tropical goodness to it, you’re guaranteed to have everyone raving about it! Whether it’s Thanksgiving or Christmas, this Island Pecan Pie will take your holiday dessert game to the next level. 🌟

Pecan pie has always been a family favorite, but every now and then, we like to spice things up and introduce something new to our feast. That’s why we came up with this unique twist on the classic recipe. By incorporating coconut and pineapple into the filling, we created a dessert that adds a delightful surprise to every bite.

When we first experimented with this combination, we didn’t know what to expect. But let us tell you, it was a match made in dessert heaven! Our family couldn’t get enough, and we couldn’t stop ourselves from indulging in seconds. The only thing to keep in mind is that this tropical pie may require a slightly longer bake time than the traditional version. But trust us, the extra wait is totally worth it in the end.

Now, we’re not saying you should completely abandon the classic pecan pie. It will always have a special place in our hearts. But we urge you to give this tropical twist a chance. Who knows, your guests might just fall head over heels for this version! It’s like taking a mini vacation with every bite.

Island Pecan Pie Recipe 🥥🍍

Serves: 8
Preparation time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 3/4 cups sugar
• 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 5 eggs, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation:

1. Preheat your oven to 300º F (150º C).
2. In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, eggs, cornstarch, flour, and salt until well combined.
3. Mix in the melted butter, then fold in the pecans, crushed pineapple, and shredded coconut.
4. Place the pie crust in a round baking dish, then pour the pecan mixture over it. Gently crimp the edges of the crust.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes, or until the filling is almost set.
6. Cover the pie with aluminum foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the center is just set.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool. For an extra touch of tropical goodness, garnish with whipped cream and toasted coconut. Enjoy!

Recipe adapted from Favorite Family Recipes

So why not surprise your loved ones this holiday season with a taste of the tropics? This Island Pecan Pie is sure to make mealtime even more meaningful! 🌴🥧