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Delicious Cassava Cake

Delicious Cassava Cake: A Cozy Treat You'll Love Homemade

This delicious cassava cake offers a comforting slice of sweetness that’s gluten-free and ideal for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Sugar Can be substituted with sugar alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can be swapped with pumpkin pie spice mix.
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly Grated Nutmeg Store-bought ground nutmeg works as an alternative.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Allspice Optional based on taste preference.
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cloves Use sparingly or omit to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder Coffee can be used for a milder taste.
  • 4 large Eggs Consider egg alternatives for a vegan version.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Can substitute with almond or soy milk.
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Can swap with condensed milk while adjusting sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Essence can be a substitute.
  • 2 cups Frozen Grated Cassava (Yuca) Fresh cassava can be used as well.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Optional for serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9 x 13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Dissolve the instant espresso powder in ¼ cup of boiling water and set aside to cool.
  3. Whisk together the sugar, ground cinnamon, grated nutmeg, ground allspice, ground cloves, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add cooled espresso mixture, coconut milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract to the beaten eggs and whisk until smooth.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then add frozen grated cassava and mix until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a knife inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the dish for 10-15 minutes. Drizzle with sweetened condensed milk if desired and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature, and consider flavor variations with spices or add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips to make it your own.

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