Pina Colada Pie Shooters W/ Toasted Meringue

Ingredients:

Crust:

12 graham crackers (or 1 package)

2 oz butter, melted

Filling:

16 oz pineapple juice (reduced to 4 oz)

10 oz coconut cream

6 egg yolks

1 cup granulated sugar

14 oz sweetened condensed milk

Meringue Topping:

6 egg whites

¼ tsp cream of tartar

1 cup powdered sugar

Garnish:

16 fresh pineapple rings

Buona Cucina Aged Pineapple White Balsamic Vinegar, as needed

Fresh honey, as needed

Shredded coconut, as needed

Directions

Make the Filling: In a small saucepan reduce pineapple juice by ¾. Stir in coconut cream. Whisk egg yolks and sugar, then slowly mix in the pineapple-coconut blend. Add condensed milk and combine.

Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers, mix with melted butter, and press into shot glasses.

Assemble & Bake: Pour filling over crust, leaving ½ inch at the top. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Chill.

Make the Meringue: Whip egg whites until glossy, add cream of tartar, and gradually mix in powdered sugar. Beat to medium peaks. Top shooters and toast in oven or with a torch.

Garnish: Drizzle pineapple rings with balsamic, honey, and coconut. Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes. Cool and place on meringue. Enjoy!

Recipe by Eric Longley