Coconut Egg Pie Quindim Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy perfection of Quindim, a classic Brazilian coconut egg custard pie! This simple yet elegant dessert is the perfect ending to any meal. The rich coconut flavor, combined with a perfectly set custard, is simply irresistible. Serve warm or chilled, topped with fresh or poached fruits for an extra touch of decadence. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make – even for novice bakers!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 283.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coconut Egg Pie Quindim

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How to Make Coconut Egg Pie Quindim

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch pie plate.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 6 large egg yolks, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat 6 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gradually add 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut to the egg yolk mixture, mixing until combined.
  7. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pie plate.
  9. Place the pie plate in a larger roasting pan. Carefully pour boiling water into the roasting pan until it comes halfway up the sides of the pie plate (bain-marie).
  10. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
  11. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the water bath.
  12. Once cooled, carefully invert the pie onto a serving plate. The Quindim should release easily.
  13. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Garnish with fresh berries or poached fruit.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

137g

Fat

52g

Carbs

12g

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