Once you see what this dessert does as it bakes, you’ll know why it’s called “impossible pie”

Pie crust, whether store-bought or homemade, can sometimes be a pain to use.

But this “impossible” lemon pie actually forms its own crust as it cooks!

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You will need:

• ¾ cup sugar
• 4 eggs
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Juice of ½ lemon
• Zest of ½ lemon
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• ½ cup flour

However, if you’re just itching to use a pie crust, try this simple trick that makes a refrigerated crust taste homemade.