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Stop everything you’re doing.
Cause we NEED to talk about this haupia (coconut pudding) macaroon pie. It’s kind of amazing and I will not lie, I have been dreaming about the last slice since the day it disappeared. Which yeah, was way too long ago.
Ok, it was like the other day, but it feels like SOOO long ago. <–real world problems, right??
Whenever it was, I apparently still had big, bright and beautiful lilacs available. Sadly, the lilacs along with this pie are now gone. Good thing I can make time for an impromptu Friday pie making session, cause clearly I need to get my butt into the kitchen and make this again…for the third time this month.
Honestly, this pie is everything a pie should be. Or well, a non flakey, almost no bake pie anyway. See, there are two types of pies. One is the classic, flakey pie with a filling of fruit or pecans or chocolate or whatever your little heart may desire. The other kind of pie, is the no crust rolling, almost no bake and still totally awesome kind of pie. This is THAT PIE.
And I say it’s almost no-bake because you do have to bake the macaroon crust (which,umm…..dreams could be made of), but that’s just a minor little detail that anyone experiencing hot summer temps should probably overlook.
Since we’re already talking crusts, let’s start there. This crust is basically a giant macaroon. Think delicious toasted, coconut pie crust. I mean, graham crackers are so yesterday, today is all about the coconut crust. Trust me, you’ll be subbing in this crust ALL the time, it’s my favorite. Here’s a smaller version of this crust in a mini tart form – so good!.
So once you have the crust, it’s time to move on to the fudge. Yes, FUDGE, like the chocolate stuff we eat (or I eat) a lot of during the holidays. It’s the really good stuff that basically everyone wishes they could eat all year round, but for some reason tends to only make around the holidays. Well, today I am going to change all that and make fudge mid summer AND add it as a layer in my pie. It’s the right thing to do…again, trust me on this.
Ok, but here’s the thing. This fudge is not just any old fudge. It is fudge flavored with miso. Miso is quickly becoming one of my favorite things to add into baked goods because it really just adds a great salty/sweet flavor. Don’t be weirded out by adding miso to a sweet dish…it’s kind of the “in” thing to do right now and you just kind of need to try it before judging.
However, if it freaks you out just a little too much, no biggie. You can just leave the miso out of the fudge and add a pinch of salt instead. Up to you, but if you’re living on the more adventurous side of life, try the miso. I think you’ll love it!!!
Oh and the best part, the fudge recipe makes a little more than you will need for the pie filling. Meaning fudge snacking all weekend long… heck yeah.
Alrighty, so you have the macaroon crust and the thick layer of fudge, now comes the coconutty part. Haupia is really just a fancy Hawaiian name for coconut pudding, but I kind of like saying it, so I went with it.
It’s really just thickened coconut milk sweetened with sugar and flavored with vanilla, but it’s also one of my favorite sweet treats. Eating it warm is honestly the best, but even when cold it’s equally delicious, and when paired with fudge, pretty much out of this world!
Also, the caramelized sesame cacao nibs, oh my gosh, these are the best. Like sprinkle them all over your pie. They are the perfect final touch…two thumbs up for sure.
Finally, I just have to say sorry for the lack of process shots. I was a little too excited about my idea for this photo shoot and basically all my thoughts went into getting this pie outside. The good news is that even though this pie does have a few steps, it’s still actually pretty simple to make…
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i.e. the perfect weekend project.
Oh my! This is just the kind of chocolate dessert I’ve been looking for. So pretty, thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy and are having a great weekend!
So pretty, I love that macaroon crust and that fudge sounds incredible!
Thank Laura! Hope you are a great weekend!
There is really just nothing to say….visualize my jaw dropping and taste buds screaming YES!
I want to eat that pie so bad!
Unfortunately, if I made this pie I would eat the entire thing and then where would I be? One pants size up probably 🙂
I love the idea of miso…I’m gonna use that! Thanks.
Haha! THANK YOU! But really, you should make the pie…summer is almost over anyway! 🙂
Caramelized cocoa nibs?! Macaroon crust?! My goodness this sounds fantastic! I’ve never had chocolate and miso together, but I bet it’s delicious. Gorgeous pie, and nice slicing!
xx Sydney
Thanks so much, Sydney!!
uhhh YUM! this looks crazy good, love the photos and styling! 🙂
Thanks so much! Hope you are having a great weekend!
YUMMY! This looks absolutely stunning–I have to try this!
Thanks Cassie!! Hoping you had a great weekend and are having a fun weekend! 🙂
Wow this sounds amazing xxx
Thanks so much, Aimee!! Hoping you are having a relaxing weekend!
ummm, yes! dreams could definitely be made of that crust. This looks awesome!
Thanks so much, Katrina!
I cannot stand Miso, and yet the sight of this dessert had me swooning at the word go!! The styling and the photography being, as always, spot on, still this looks so delectable, so deliciously fresh and light and… and heavenly! I wanna eat the whole of it! Well done, you!
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haha! The miso can easily be left out, no biggie!
Thanks so much, Miranda! 🙂
Gorgeous pie and I love the presentation!
Thanks Tori!
Hi! I saw this post come up on my Bloglovin’ feed and it immediately caught my interest! I saw you used the word “haupia”, and, being from Hawai’i (though I am not Hawaiian), I was very excited! I looked through your recipe and I must say it is amazing! I hope I gain the courage to try it out soon. I hope to be brave enough to use the miso as well. I would love to bring this to a party! Thanks for the brilliant recipe. 🙂
Cheers!
Kristi, a future blogger
Awe! Thank you so much, Kristi!! Hope you do try it soon!! 🙂
love haupia! and the caramelized sesame cacao nibs sound amazing (have you ever tried the sesame almonds at trader joe’s? kind of different but really yummy).
NO, I have not, but sadly we do not have Trader Joes in Colorado. 🙁
Thanks Heather!
Oh my word. This looks fantastic! Tieghan, you are amazing!! I need this in my life, like right now. It’s 2 in the morning where I live as i type this, and now I’m craving this pie! I should’ve waited till morning to read this!! 🙂
Haha! Thank you so much, Brittney!! Hope you are catching up on sleep this weekend! 🙂
this looks insane! so, so tempting. especially the coconut thingie on the top. currently, it’s a bit too hot for baking around here (i simply can’t muster the energy) but a slice of this wouldn’t be too bad..
big hug!
scarlett
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Thanks Scarlett!
I haven’t been on a picnic this summer yet and you pictures just are the perfect setting for one–and of course your good food.
Been on several picnics and they have all been fun! But no pie. Not like this. Oh my, maybe I’d actually play pretty good in the co-ed softball game. Love the rustic chair, very charming. Food blog or art blog or both! wowzers.
All picnics need pie! 🙂
Thanks Tom!
Thanks Nancy! Hope you get to a picnic soon! 🙂