Chocolate Haupia Pie is a true Hawaiian favorite! Made with flaky pie crust, rich and creamy haupia (coconut) and chocolate layers, and sweet whipped cream, the luscious pie is a coconut lover's dream.
I was first introduced to chocolate haupia pie at Ted's Bakery in Oahu. And it was love at first bite. There's nothing quite like eating a mouthwatering pie - made up of flaky pie crust, two layers of luscious coconut and chocolate filling, and topped with sweet whipped cream - at Sunset Beach in Hawaii.
Living a six-hour flight away from Ted's Bakery, I knew I needed to recreate this pie at home.
🥥 What is Haupia?
Haupia is a gelatin-like (which surprisingly doesn't contain gelatin) Hawaiian dessert made from coconut milk, sugar, water, and salt that you'll often see at luaus and other gatherings. It has a creamy coconut texture and flavor, making it the perfect complement to a buttery pie crust.
🥘 Ingredients
- Pie crust: You can use a homemade pie crust or buy a store-bought one. I like to buy the frozen Marie Callender pie crusts. They're actually pretty good! But, if you have a little more time on your hands, this is a really good pie crust recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction.
- Whole milk: I love using whole milk in this recipe and it gives the haupia a richer texture, but you can easily substitute for fat-free milk.
- Coconut milk: Do not use anything but full-fat coconut milk in this recipe, anything else will not set up properly.
- Coconut extract: Coconut extract helps to accentuate the coconut flavor. This can be left out if you want the flavor to be a little more subtle.
- Cornstarch: Traditionally, haupia was thickened with arrowroot, but cornstarch is an easy (and cheaper) alternative that accomplishes the same thing.
- Dark chocolate: Ghiradelli dark chocolate adds a nice rich flavor to the pie, but you can use milk chocolate if you prefer a sweeter taste.
🔪 Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust and coconut (haupia) filling.
- Divide the filling into two bowls.
- Stir in melted chocolate to half of the filling.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the pie crust. Carefully spread the rest of the coconut mixture on top.
- Chill for at least 4 hours, or until set, top with homemade whipped cream.
💭 FAQs
This pie can be made dairy-free if you swap out the whipped cream for a coconut whipped cream. Everyone can enjoy this dessert!
Haupia is made with whole milk, coconut milk, and sugar, that is heated to boiling and then reduced to a simmer. Cornstarch and water is added to the mixture to thicken it to a gelatin-like consistency.
Chocolate Haupia Pie honestly tastes amazing without any toppings, but if you want to add something extra toasted coconut or chocolate shavings are great options! Just don't go too crazy with toppings, as you don't want to detract from the flavor and texture of the pie itself.
I have other Thanksgiving/holiday recipes that you'll love! Try my Sweet Potato Souffle and Pomegranate Fruit Salad too.
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📋 Recipe
Chocolate Haupia Pie
Ingredients
Pie Filling
- 1 9 inch pie crust
- 1 cup whole milk
- 14 ounce can whole coconut milk
- 2 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 4 ounces dark chocolate
Whipped Cream
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon coconut extract
Instructions
- Bake pie crustBake the pie crust according to package or recipe directions. Set aside to cool.
- Whisk togetherIn a medium sauce pan over medium heat, whisk together whole milk, coconut milk, coconut extract, and sugar. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
- CombineIn a bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine water and cornstarch.
- SimmerAfter bringing the coconut mixture to boiling, reduce to a simmer and slowly stir in the cornstarch mixture.
- WhiskContinue whisking for 3 minutes or until the coconut mixture has thickened.
- Divide and MicrowaveDivide the mixture into two bowls. Microwave the chocolate until melted and add to one of the bowls.
- Pour and spreadPour the chocolate mixture into the baked pie crust. Carefully spread the remaining coconut mixture on top.
- RefrigerateRefrigerate the pie for 4-6 hours or until set. Top with whipped cream (see below.)
- Whipped Cream:Whip creamWhip the whipped cream, sugar, and extract with a mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Pipe on pieUse a piping bag and star tip to pipe the whipped cream on top of the pie before serving.
Notes
- If you go with a store-bought crust, I love this one from Marie Callender's. This is a great recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction for a homemade pie crust.
- Toasted coconut or chocolate shavings make great toppings for this pie. But be careful to not go overboard as you don't want to detract from the flavor and texture of the pie.
Tracy says
We wanted something new and found this. It was so good!! My family loved it so much, thank you!
Andrea Howe says
Our Family absolutely loved this dessert! Prepared it this past weekend and it was a hit! Looking forward to the next time we get to enjoy this delicious treat together!
Amy Liu Dong says
Oh my gosh, this is so delicious and easy to make.
Such a perfect after-school treat to make for the kids. Yum!
Tammy says
Great dessert! I used coconut sugar and it worked well! Thanks for sharing
Connie says
Mmm that coconut layer is incredible! And such a wonderful combination with chocolate!
Neha says
Since morning I am craving for something chocolate and coconut together! And here I have found your pie! Now I know how I am going to quench my craving. Looks so creamy and delish!
Aline says
I never had this pie before but now I'm intrigued and can't wait to try it!!! Anything chocolate and coconut is obviously going to be amazing!!!
Jacqueline Debono says
I've never been to Hawaii or had a haupia pie. I feel like I'm missing out! Getting to Hawaii is difficult these days but the pie I can make! It looks beautiful and i love the combo of chocolate and coconut!
Elena says
I’ve never heard of this but it looks amazing, I will definitely try it! YUM!
Erin says
I had never heard of this! I really want to try it. I love that it uses coconut milk! I love finding discoveries like this while on vacation. 🙂
Gourmet Vegetarians says
This is so fun! It's like a bounty bar in pie form. Excited to try it out, love the chocolate and coconut combination.
Ashley says
It's just like a bounty bar! It's a fun pie!
Amy Liu Dong says
This looks really delicious and looks like a perfect dessert to serve on my birthday, I'll be saving this recipe. Thank you!
Ashley says
It's so good! You'll have to let me know what you think when you make it. 🙂
Nart at Cooking with Nart says
This chocolate huapia pie looks so beautiful and delicious. I love coconut desserts but have surprisingly never had this! I'm definitely inspired and going to give this recipe a try 🙂
Ashley says
It is so good! You'll love this one if you like coconut.
veenaazmanov says
Delicious Pie with such a lovely filling and creamy topping. Perfect Pie for a party. Sweet lovers to relish it all.
Ashley says
It's such a yummy pie! Definitely a good one for a party!
Amy says
I have never tried a Hawaiian Haupia pie before but I am a massive fan of anything coconut so this is definitely right up my alley! Bookmarked for when I'm up to my baking shenanigans on the weekend.!
Ashley says
Oh if you're a coconut fan, you will LOVE this pie. Let me know what you think when you make it! 🙂