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Cassava Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from the Maldives, Cassava Cake is a beloved dessert made from the starchy root of the cassava plant. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, this cake reflects the island's rich agricultural heritage. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its borders, often featured in various tropical and coastal cuisines around the world.

MVMVdessert
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups (750 grams) grated kamoteng kahoy (cassava)
2 young green coconut (buko) - scraped into thick threads
1/4 cup (55 grams) melted butter
2 cups (400 grams) sugar
1 + 2/3 cups evaporated milk
4 whole eggs - slightly beaten
1/2 cup water
Banana leaf to use as baking pan liner
2/3 cup (130 grams) sugar (for topping)
1/4 cup (55 grams) melted butter (for topping)
1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese (for topping)
1

Preheat oven to 350ºF (180ºC).

2

Line a 10-inch by 14-inch by 2-inch baking pan with banana leaf that has been softened by heating.

3

In a large mixing bowl, combine cassava, coconut, butter, sugar, milk, water and eggs.

4

Blend well until sugar dissolves.

5

Pour into prepared pan, and spread evenly, and bake for 15 minutes.

6

Remove from oven and spread topping evenly.

7

How to spread topping: sprinkle sugar all over; pour butter all over; sprinkle cheese all over.

8

Return to oven, reduce heat to 300ºF or 160ºC and bake for another 20 to 25 minutes or until the top is a golden brown.

9

Cool and serve.

Equipment Needed

10-inch by 14-inch by 2-inch baking pan

Allergens

milkeggs

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