Cassava-Coconut Cake Recipe

This delicious and moist cassava cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. Made with cassava, coconut milk, and fresh grated coconut, this treat is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Follow the steps below to make your own at home.

Ingredients

• 1 pound cassava (yucca), peeled and shredded
• 4 medium eggs
• 1 cup creamy coconut milk
• 1 cup white sugar
• cup vegetable oil
• teaspoon salt
• 1 cups self-rising flour
• 1 cups freshly grated coconut

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325F (165C). Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cassava, eggs, coconut milk, sugar, vegetable oil, and salt. Mix everything together until well combined.

Step 3: Stir in the self-rising flour and freshly grated coconut until the batter is smooth and evenly mixed.

Step 4: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Let the cake cool before cutting and serving.

Cook's Notes

• If you're using all-purpose flour instead of self-rising flour, be sure to add teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of baking powder to the mixture.
• For an authentic touch, use a zester tool to scrape or shred fresh coconut from the half-shell.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 659
• Fat: 39g (51% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 18g (92% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 93mg (31% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 472mg (21% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrates: 72g (26% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 5g (16% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 27g
• Protein: 8g (17% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 12mg (14% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 124mg (10% Daily Value)
• Iron: 3mg (18% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 368mg (8% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.