Cassava Pone / Cassava Cake / YUCA

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can save costs.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: dried apricots

Dried cranberries offer a tart flavor, while dried apricots can be more economical.

Grate the cassava finely.

Add softened or melted butter to the grated cassava.

Add fresh nutmeg, ground cinnamon, vanilla essence, and sugar; mix well.

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and press it out evenly.

Bake at 350°F for 1 hour until the edges are brown and firm to the touch.

Let it cool before cutting for a perfect slice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens