tropical pie

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We got Internet back and I suppose you could say all is right(ish) with the world again! I have decided that Friday the 13th and the Ides of March should never be allowed to fall on the same weekend again. I’m not really a believer in karma or bad luck, but there seemed to be way too much bad joojoo going on in my world the past few days. But things seemed to have picked up a little bit yesterday so hopefully it’s a sign of things to come!

I’m not going to lie, I’ve been feeling it, have you?
The need, yes NEED, for a break.
I would love to go sail away on a cruise ship or take a nap with my toes curled up in warm sand somewhere with my hubby at my side. The kids can come too.
If they’re quiet and perfect little angels who will fetch me drinks and snacks.

So when I took this tropical pie out of the oven, I got a big smile on my face because it smelled like heaven.
If heaven is poolside in Hawai’i with a virgin lava flow in my hand and the scent of pineapple in the air.
See, I told you, I need a vacation big time.

I had sat around with my mom and husband debating about what pie to make for Pi Day. You know, cause that’s normal, right? You all do that, right?
Somehow the idea for a pie using tropical fruits came up and while I sat on that idea for a couple days I started getting the idea for a pie version of that favorite tropical drink of mine; because, once again, that’s totally normal, right?

I love that you really can taste each of the flavors in this pie. With each bite you get some pineapple, some strawberry, and some coconut (which is both in the crumble topping and in the filling!); one doesn’t overpower the other, but they all work together beautifully.
Can you tell I’m just really excited about this pie?

The crumble topping is nice and thick and might be my favorite crumble topping EVER. If you have never made a crumble pie top with sweetened coconut flakes, please do so asap. You life will never be the same, at least regarding pies.

You can get the recipe {here}.

Two notes about this:

  • I used a whole, fresh pineapple. I’m sure you could use canned, just make sure it is WELL drained.
  • Be sure you use cream of coconut for the filling, NOT coconut milk, big difference. If you’re not use to buying this, I can usually find it in my drink mix-ins aisle.

22 Responses to tropical pie

  1. Jenn March 18, 2015 at 4:02 pm #

    Looks delicious!

  2. Ashley March 18, 2015 at 4:10 pm #

    Wasn't too sure when I first clicked, but it actually looks pretty good.

  3. Sarah March 18, 2015 at 4:31 pm #

    Looks good, and now you have me wanting to go to some tropical island instead of Tahoe this weekend, LOL

  4. Natalie Busch March 18, 2015 at 4:49 pm #

    Mmmm mmm, that does look delicious. Glad to hear things are kind of getting back on track for you guys!

  5. mypurplepineapple March 18, 2015 at 5:00 pm #

    WOW!!! That pie looks so amazing!!! Some of my favorite fruits, Pineapple, coconut and strawberries…great on a warm summer day! I have been feeling antsy as well, I am ready for some beach-relaxation time, just time out in the warm sun would be GREAT!!! Thanks for sharing, I am going to be baking this pie!!!

  6. Lisa D March 18, 2015 at 5:13 pm #

    This looks so good! I love fruity pies. We're heading to the beach in a month for a much needed vacation. I need some sand and sun. We finally have sun here but no sand haha.

  7. Jenessa March 18, 2015 at 6:13 pm #

    This is a MUST make!! Thanks for sharing the numminess!!!

  8. Nina Robinson March 18, 2015 at 7:05 pm #

    So many of my favorites rolled into one pie! Too bad my weirdo of a fiance doesn't like strawberries or pineapple. I'd be stuck eating the whole thing myself…still debating whether that's a good or bad thing 😉

  9. Jennie March 18, 2015 at 8:29 pm #

    Yum! Fruit for dessert is the best!

  10. jlynn March 18, 2015 at 8:47 pm #

    This looks delicious. OMG I love fruit pies so what a great combo.

  11. Holly Housewife March 18, 2015 at 8:48 pm #

    That looks soooo yummy!! I am dreaming of sandy beaches and warm sun as well, it's no where near Unfortunely! Boo Canadian winter

  12. Earl-Leigh March 18, 2015 at 9:51 pm #

    This looks amazing! I don't usually go for tropical fruit in pies but you changed my mind. Coconut!!

  13. J Young March 19, 2015 at 3:43 am #

    Hey, Tahoe sounds great too! Any chance to get away! Have fun!

  14. J Young March 19, 2015 at 3:44 am #

    How could you not like strawberries or pineapple?! I say you should still make it for yourself! That's okay, guess who came home with half the pie and finished it off in two days? THIS girl!

  15. J Young March 19, 2015 at 3:46 am #

    The coconut flakes in the topping are soooo good! I really don't know why I never thought of it before. I bet it would be really good on something like a chocolate cream pie too if that's more your thing, chocolate and coconut, yum!

  16. J Young March 19, 2015 at 3:47 am #

    Thanks Holly! Here's hoping for some sunny weather for you soon!

  17. J Young March 19, 2015 at 3:48 am #

    Antsy, that's exactly it, I am going stir crazy over here! This really is a great recipe for spring and summer because it's nice and light. 🙂

  18. J Young March 19, 2015 at 3:48 am #

    Thanks Natalie!

  19. PB Pearls March 20, 2015 at 2:13 pm #

    That looks so delicious! Yumm. I love tropical fruit.

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