06/17/2026
Ingredients:
For the Pie Filling
1 unbaked 9 inch pie crust
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large egg whites
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
Whipped cream
Vanilla ice cream
Caramel drizzle
Extra chopped pecans
Instructions:
Prepare the pie crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F, or 175°C.
Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9 inch pie dish.
Gently press it into the dish and crimp the edges if desired.
Set the crust aside while you prepare the filling.
Mix the dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, add the graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, granulated sugar, and salt.
Stir everything together until the ingredients are evenly combined.
This mixture gives the pie its classic chewy, nutty, coconut filled texture.
Prepare the wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg whites until they become foamy.
They do not need to be stiff, just loose and slightly bubbly.
Add the melted butter and vanilla extract.
Stir until smooth and combined.
Make the filling
Pour the egg white mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
Stir well until everything is fully coated and combined.
The filling should look thick, sticky, and textured.
Fill the pie crust
Spoon the filling into the prepared pie crust.
Spread it evenly with a spatula.
Smooth the top gently so the pie bakes evenly.
Bake
Place the pie in the preheated oven.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is mostly set.
The middle should still have a slight jiggle when removed from the oven.
It will continue to firm up as it cools.
Cool before slicing
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely.
For the best texture, let it rest for at least 2 hours before slicing.
This helps the filling set while staying soft, chewy, and gooey inside.
Serve
Serve slices plain or with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, caramel drizzle, or extra chopped pecans.
It is especially delicious slightly warm with ice cream melting over the top.
Helpful Notes
Do not overbake the pie, or the filling may become dry.
The center should still be slightly soft when it comes out of the oven.
Letting the pie rest makes slicing easier and improves the texture.
Toast the pecans lightly before adding them for a deeper nutty flavor.
Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 1 day or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat slices gently if you prefer the pie warm.