If you want an easy recipe for a fabulous coconut cream pie from scratch that will get compliments, then you need to make this one with meringue. My pie can be made ahead of time to keep your kitchen ...
If you're dairy-intolerant, coconut milk and cream are an excellent alternative to cows' milk in some cooked dishes (provided you like its quite strong coconut flavour).
Add the vanilla and rum and cook for a further 5 minutes to glaze. Cool and spoon onto the coconut cream pie. Sprinkle over the lime zest and extra coconut to serve.