Cassava Cake
A dessert or snack made with cassava, topped with a creamy custard layer.
Servings 16 bars
Calories 199kcal
Cost $7-$9
Equipment
- 8x8-inch baking pan or dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound finely grated cassava about 1⅔ cups (see note)
- ½ cup glutinous rice flour (see note)
- 1 (14-ounce) can condensed milk divided
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk divided (see note)
- 2 egg yolks (see note)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
Note: Raw cassava can be toxic when ingested as it contains naturally occurring forms of cyanide. Cooking it properly makes it safe to eat.
- Preheat the oven to 350° F (177° C).
- Combine 2 egg yolks, ½ can of condensed milk (about ⅔ cup), ¼ can of coconut milk (about ⅓ cup), and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth. Set aside.
- Combine 1 pound grated cassava, ½ cup glutinous rice flour, and the rest of the condensed milk and coconut milk in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Pour cassava mixture into the pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the top has firmed up.
- Take it out from the oven and pour the custard on top. Tilt the dish to spread it evenly.
- Bake for another 25 to 30 minutes until the custard is set.
- Broil on low for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly browned around the edges; watch it closely, so it doesn't burn. Let it cool.
Video
Notes
- Grated cassava: You can use either fresh or frozen finely grated cassava.
- Glutinous rice flour: Known as sweet rice flour or "malagkit" in Filipino, this flour becomes sticky when cooked. Despite its name, it is gluten-free and not sweet at all.
- Coconut milk: I used full-fat coconut milk. You can also use unsweetened coconut cream or evaporated milk, bu this may slightly change the texture and taste.
- Egg yolks: I excluded the egg whites to create a smoother, creamier custard layer.
Nutrition
Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 102IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg