Coconut Cream Pie Ice Cream

Jul 21, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Dessert Ice cream frozen desserts Vanilla: Beans Medium

Two generous scoops of coconut cream pie ice cream in a shallow ceramic bowl, softly melting at the edges

Creamy coconut ice cream inspired by classic coconut cream pie, featuring toasted coconut flakes, vanilla, and a hint of pie crust crumble for texture and flavor.

Prep 30 min

Cook 10 min

Cooling 4 hr 10 min

Total 4 hr 50 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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1 ½ cups (360.0 ml)heavy cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
¾ cup (150.0 g)granulated sugar
⅛ tsp (0.75 g)fine sea salt
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)coconut milk, canned full fat
½ cup (40.0 g)sweetened shredded coconut
½ cup (60.0 g)graham cracker crumbs
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded coconut and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, coconut milk, granulated sugar, fine sea salt, and the vanilla bean seeds and pod. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Bring the mixture to about 175°F (79°C), just below a simmer, then remove from heat. Let steep for 15 minutes off heat.
While the mixture is steeping, melt the butter in a small pan and toss the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated. Spread the crumbs on a baking sheet and toast in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
Remove the vanilla bean pod from the cream mixture and discard. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Chill the custard base in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until very cold.
Once chilled, churn the custard base in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches soft-serve consistency, about 20-25 minutes.
During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the toasted coconut and toasted graham cracker crumbs to incorporate evenly.
Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.

Tips

Toast the shredded coconut carefully and watch it closely to avoid burning for maximum flavor.
Use a whole vanilla bean to infuse deep vanilla notes that complement the coconut beautifully.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make coconut cream pie ice cream?

Plan on 30 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, plus 4 hours 10 minutes to chill and rest. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store coconut cream pie ice cream?

Store ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let soften for a few minutes before scooping.

Can I make coconut cream pie ice cream ahead?

Prepare the custard base and chill overnight, then churn and add mix-ins just before serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Creamy coconut ice cream inspired by classic coconut cream pie, featuring toasted coconut flakes, vanilla, and a hint of pie crust crumble for texture and flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

375 Calories / serving

28.2g Fat

30.0g Carbs

2.9g Protein

25.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~3000 cal · 226g fat · 240g carbs · 23g protein · 207g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 375 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 71 min·4.1 mi·~8300 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 51 min·2.6 mi·~5100 steps
Moderate cycling 38 min·7.6 mi
Swimming laps 53 min
Jogging 37 min·3.1 mi·~5900 steps
Stair climbing 35 min·~3150 steps
Dancing 61 min
Bodyweight circuit training 38 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 87 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.