Here’s a recipe for Cassava Cake with Macapuno — a delicious Filipino dessert that’s sweet, creamy, and coconut-flavored.
Ingredients:
For the Cassava Cake:
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2 cups grated cassava (fresh or frozen)
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1 cup coconut milk
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1 cup evaporated milk
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1 cup condensed milk
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup butter, melted
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1/2 cup sugar (adjust to your sweetness preference)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/2 cup macapuno strings (you can find this in jars at Filipino or Asian grocery stores)
For the Topping:
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1/2 cup macapuno strings (for topping)
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1/4 cup coconut milk
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1/4 cup sugar
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or an equivalent-sized dish.
2. Prepare the Cassava Cake Base:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cassava, coconut milk, evaporated milk, and condensed milk. Stir until well mixed.
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Beat the eggs and add them to the mixture along with the melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well.
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Fold in the macapuno strings into the mixture (reserving some for topping).
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
3. Bake the Cassava Cake:
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Bake the cake for about 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. (Keep in mind that the texture should be moist and a little gooey in the center.)
4. Prepare the Topping:
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While the cake is baking, prepare the topping by combining the macapuno strings, coconut milk, and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
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Stir the mixture and cook for about 5–7 minutes, or until it thickens slightly and becomes syrupy. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. Finish the Cake:
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Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
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Pour the macapuno topping over the baked cassava cake and spread it evenly.
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Return the cake to the oven for an additional 10–15 minutes or until the topping is set.
6. Cool and Serve:
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Let the cake cool completely before cutting into squares. The cassava cake can be served at room temperature or chilled.
Enjoy your Cassava Cake with Macapuno! It’s a great treat for parties or just a sweet dessert for any occasion.