Creating French Coconut Pie can be fun and rewarding with these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Pie Crust: Place your ready-made pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan. Crimp the edges as desired.
3. Mix Sugar and Coconut: In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, both sweetened and unsweetened shredded coconut, and a pinch of salt.
4. Whisk Eggs and Milk: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the egg and milk mixture to the coconut and sugar mix, stirring until combined.
6. Add Butter and Vanilla: Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
7. Fold in Baking Powder: Gently fold in the baking powder, being careful not to over-mix.
8. Pour Filling into Crust: Pour the coconut mixture into the prepared pie crust, ensuring an even distribution.
9. Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
10. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let the pie cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.

By following these steps carefully, you’ll create a stunning French Coconut Pie that is sure to be a hit!