Lush Hawaiian Haupia Pie with Macadamia Nut Crust
This delightful Hawaiian dessert features a creamy coconut haupia filling with a crunchy macadamia nut crust. Perfect for ending a meal on a light, tropical note.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Macadamia Nut Crust
- 1
Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, combine flour, melted butter, sugar, and chopped macadamia nuts.
- 3
Press into pan
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan.
Tip: Chill the pie crust in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking to prevent shrinkage.
Preparing the Haupia Filling
- 1
Combine milks and sugar
In a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, whole milk, and sugar over medium heat.
- 2
Make cornstarch paste
In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to make a smooth paste.
- 3
Add paste
Gradually add the cornstarch paste into the coconut milk mixture, stirring continuously.
Tip: Stir continuously while cooking the filling to prevent lumps.
How to Make Lush Hawaiian Haupia Pie with Macadamia Nut Crust
Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 8 servings
- 1
Pie Crust Pre-bake
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and let cool.
- 2
Haupia Filling Cook
Stir the haupia mixture over medium heat until it thickens, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Chill Filling
Pour the thickened filling into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
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