Description
Cassava cake is a rich, creamy, and slightly chewy Filipino dessert made from grated cassava, coconut milk, and sweetened condensed milk. It’s easy to make, naturally gluten-free, and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 2 lbs grated cassava (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 egg yolks
Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Batter
- In a large bowl, combine grated cassava, condensed milk, coconut milk, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Mix well until smooth.
3. Bake the Cake
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cake is firm and set.
4. Prepare the Topping
- While the cake bakes, whisk together condensed milk, coconut milk, melted butter, and egg yolks in a saucepan.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5 minutes).
5. Add the Topping & Bake Again
- Once the cake is set, pour the topping over it.
- Bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
6. Cool & Serve
- Let the cake cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or chilled—both ways are delicious!
Notes
✔ For extra coconut flavor, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top!
✔ Want it cheesier? Add grated cheddar cheese before the final bake.
✔ Make-ahead friendly! Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cassava cake, Filipino desserts, gluten-free cake, coconut cassava cake