Cassava Cake

With a luscious texture that exceeds cassava pone, topped with Guava Curd

Created: December 20, 2024

Author: @surenz2

Slices of Caribbean cassava cake topped with piped guava curd

Cassava Cake

This rich cassava cake combines grated cassava, coconut milk, condensed milk, and eggs for a soft, custardy texture.

Prep
30 mins

Cook
30-45 mins

Cooling Time
30 mins

Total
1 hrs 45 mins

Equipment

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Thaw the grated cassava in the fridge or on the counter.
  2. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  3. Melt the butter in the microwave.
  4. Strain the grated cassava thoroughly and place it into a large mixing bowl.
  5. Add the eggs, melted butter, evaporated milk, condensed milk, coconut milk, and sugar to the bowl with the cassava. Mix all the ingredients together for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
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  6. Taste for sweetness and add more sugar as needed.
  7. Grease a 13x9 inch (33x23 cm) baking pan with butter to prevent sticking. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
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    Cassava cake batter spread evenly in the pan before baking
  8. Bake the cassava mixture for approximately 30 minutes, then begin checking every 5 minutes. The cake is done when it is golden brown and set in the center. Let cool to room temperature.
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    Cassava cake baked until golden brown
  9. [Optional] If using my Guava Curd recipe, now is the time to make it. Once cooled, place it in a piping bag and do a diagonal design across each piece. Top with coconut flakes.
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Nutrition facts

I have absolutely no idea! Please feel free to hit me up if you calculate this 😆

Notes

  • Suggested preparation order: Cassava Cake → Guava Curd
  • Credits to my cousin's fiancee Kim whom I adapted the recipe from.
  • I highly prefer it warm, but you can serve it chilled. If eating from the fridge, I like to microwave it for 15-25 seconds.
  • You can source the grated cassava from most stores. Asian stores and Hispanic stores will typically have.

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