Haupia Pie

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, softened

1 1/2 cups flour

4 tablespoons sugar

3/4 cup macadamia nuts, chopped

2 cans coconut milk

3/4 cup sugar

1 cup water

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon coconut extract

7 tablespoons cornstarch

2 cups water

8 ounces cool Whip

chopped macadamia nuts, for garnish

flaked coconut, for garnish

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix together the butter, sugar, flour and 3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts; pat into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake for about 20 minutes, cool.

Combine the coconut milk, sugar, 1 cup of water; heat until warmed. Mix together the cornstarch and 2 cups of water. Add the vanilla, coconut extract, and the cornstarch to the coconut mixture. Cook just until thickened and pour over the prepared crust. Cool and then refrigerate.

When ready to serve, top with Cool Whip and sprinkle with the chopped macadamia nuts and the flaked coconut. Slice and Serve.