Cassava cake is a delicious dessert made from grated cassava, coconut milk, and other ingredients.
Here’s a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Cassava Cake:
- 2 pounds (about 4 cups) grated cassava (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the topping:
- 1/4 cup grated coconut (optional)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Instructions:
- 1. Preheat your oven. Grease a baking dish or cake pan and set it aside.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cassava, sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, coconut cream, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 3. Pour the cassava mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- 4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the top starts to set and turn slightly golden.
- 5. While the cassava cake is baking, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, combine grated coconut (if using), and granulated sugar.
- 6. After 30 minutes of baking, remove the cassava cake from the oven and sprinkle the coconut topping evenly over the surface
- Return the cassava cake to the oven and continue baking for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8. Once done, remove the cassava cake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- 9. Once cooled, you can cut it into squares or diamonds and serve. Enjoy your homemade cassava cake!
- Cassava cake is a delightful dessert that’s sweet, creamy, and slightly chewy. It’s perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat for your family and friends.
Source: PulseGhana
