Best Mom Mom Bessies Molasses Coconut Pie Recipes

MOM-MOM BESSIE'S COCONUT MOLASSES PIE

Mom-Mom Bessie's Coconut Molasses Pie image

I'm the keeper of my husband's grandmother's handwritten recipe book. Mom-Mom Bessie was one of the best cooks I knew, and we think of her every time we make this pie. The flavor combination of coconut and molasses is a family favorite. -Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 cup dark molasses
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 frozen deep-dish pie crust (9 inches)
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Stir in coconut. Pour into crust; cover edge loosely with foil. Bake until center is set, 45-55 minutes. Remove foil; cool on a wire rack. If desired, serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (66g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MOM-MOM BESSIE'S MOLASSES COCONUT PIE

Mom-mom Bessie's Molasses Coconut Pie image

I've known 4, maybe 5 people in my life that were great home cooks. My husband's Mom-mom Bessie was one of them. This is my version of a recipe she had in her hand-written cookbook. The flavor combination of molasses and coconut is a Pennsylvania Dutch favorite. Comfort food at it's best!

Provided by Susan Bickta

Categories Pies

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 c dark molasses (i use brer rabbit)
1/2 c dark corn syrup (karo)
1 c light brown sugar
2 medium eggs
1/4 c whole milk
1 c sour cream
1 1/2 c sweetened flaked coconut
2 Tbsp all purpose flour
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 frozen 9" deep dish pie crust, thawed

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the molasses, corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, milk, sour cream, coconut, flour and baking soda. Mix well.
3. Pour into the thawed pie crust.
4. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until pie filling seems to be "set" in the middle when shaken.
5. Remove from oven and cool. Can be served warm or room temperature. Garnish with confectioner's sugar or whipped cream, if desired.
6. PERSONAL NOTE: I found this recipe in a notebook that was handwritten by my husband's grandmother. His Aunt Shirley graciously assigned me the "guardian" of this family treasure. It has given me much inspiration in the kitchen through the years and reminds me of Mom-mom Bessie whenever I use it. It's my way of keeping her beside me when I cook.