Indulge in the sweet and moist goodness of cassava cake with this easy-to-follow recipe. Made with grated cassava, coconut milk, and condensed milk, this Filipino favorite dessert is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated cassava
- 1 can (14 oz) condensed milk
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup coconut flakes (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine grated cassava, condensed milk, coconut milk, sugar, eggs, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Pour the cassava mixture into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.
- If desired, sprinkle grated cheese and coconut flakes on top of the cake during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Let the cassava cake cool before slicing into squares and serving.
Interesting Facts
Cassava cake is a popular dessert in the Philippines and is often served at special occasions.
Cassava is a starchy root vegetable that is commonly used in Asian and African cuisines.
Grating the cassava by hand provides a more authentic texture to the cake.