Easy Cassava Cake Recipe
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Easy Cassava Cake Recipe
Description
This Easy Cassava Cake centers on grated cassava combined with desiccated coconut alongside a blend of condensed milk, evaporated milk, coconut milk, sugar, and egg yolks. The mixture is poured into a greased baking dish and baked until firm and cooked through. Following this, a custard topping created from similar milks, egg yolks, and a flour slurry is spread on top, then baked again until the custard sets and develops a golden surface.
The cassava’s natural starchiness gives the cake a moist yet sturdy texture, while the coconut and milks contribute richness and subtle sweetness. Baking in two stages creates a layered effect with a creamy custard finish contrasting the denser base. The aroma of coconut is mild but distinct throughout.
The cake is often best enjoyed after chilling overnight, allowing it to firm up and for flavors to harmonize further. This makes it suitable for preparing ahead of serving. It can be eaten warm but is typically preferred cold from refrigeration.
Ingredients
FOR THE CAKE
- 1 pack (16 oz) cassava thawed, frozen grated
- 1 cup desiccated coconut - (optional)
- ¾ can (1 can is 14 oz) condensed milk
- ¾ can (1 can is 12.05 fl oz) evaporated milk
- ¾ can (1 can is 13.5 fl oz) coconut milk
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 2 egg yolk
FOR THE CUSTARD TOPPING
- ¼ can condensed milk
- ¼ can evaporated milk
- ¼ can coconut milk
- 2 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon flour - dissolved in 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Grease pan or baking dish with butter and set aside.
- In a big, deep bowl, combine all the ingredients for the cassava cake and mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into the greased pan or baking dish and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour at 375°F/180°C.
- After the cake is baked, combine and mix all the ingredients for the custard in a bowl. Pour this on top of the pre-baked cassava cake and bake for another 15-25 minutes or until custard is cooked and turns golden.
Notes
- Chilling the cake overnight improves firmness and flavor, though it can be served warm if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 182kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 87mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 40mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 91mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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