High-Protein Keto Coconut Cream Pie
This is creamy, dreamy coconut pie with a tender crust, rich coconut filling, and toasted coconut topping. A high-protein, low-carb version of the classic dessert that’s perfect for special occasions!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Silky smooth coconut filling and beautiful toasted topping
- High protein from whey protein powder and cream cheese
- Classic coconut cream pie flavor with zero sugar
- Impressive yet surprisingly easy to make
- Great for holidays, gatherings, or satisfying sweet cravings
Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
Crust:
- 1½ cups (150g) almond flour
- ⅓ cup (35g) vanilla whey protein powder
- ⅓ cup allulose or monk fruit sweetener
- ⅓ cup (75g) butter, melted
- ¼ tsp salt
Filling:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- ⅓ cup (35g) vanilla whey protein powder
- ⅓ cup allulose or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp coconut extract (or vanilla)
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (toasted)
- 2 large egg yolks (optional, for extra richness)
Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped with 2 tbsp sweetener
- ½ cup toasted shredded coconut
- Extra toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix crust ingredients until crumbly. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish. Bake 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
- For filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add heavy cream, protein powder, sweetener, and coconut extract. Beat until thick and fluffy. Fold in toasted coconut.
- Spread filling into cooled crust. Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours until set.
- Whip heavy cream with sweetener until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe onto the pie.
- Top generously with toasted coconut flakes.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Prep Time: 20 minutes Bake Time: 10–12 minutes Chill Time: 2–3 hours Total Time: ~3 hours
Nutrition (Per Slice, based on 10 slices)
- Calories: ~285
- Protein: 9g
- Total Carbs: 7g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Fat: 26g
