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Updated October 19, 2026

Cassava cake

Cassava cake is a traditional Filipino moist cake made from grated cassava, coconut milk, and condensed milk with a custard layer on top. It is a very popular dish in the Philippines, where it is commonly eaten for merienda. It is also serv

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Cassava cake is a traditional Filipino moist cake made from grated cassava, coconut milk, and condensed milk with a custard layer on top. It is a very popular dish in the Philippines, where it is commonly eaten for merienda. It is also served during gatherings and special occasions.

Method

  1. 1.
    Preheat the oven to 170C
  2. 2.
    Mix grated cassava, 1 can coconut milk, 1 can condensed milk, 2 whole eggs, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 grated cheddar/processed cheese and 2 tbsp melted butter in a bowl
  3. 3.
    Pour the cassava mixture in a baking tray
  4. 4.
    Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes
  5. 5.
    In a saucepan, mix 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1/2 cup condensed milk, 1/2 cup grated cheddar/processed cheese and 1/4 cups of butter
  6. 6.
    Bring the sauce mixture in to a simmer and mix/reduce until smooth
  7. 7.
    Pour the sauce mixture on the baked cassava base and bake it in the oven on grill mode until the topping has darkened to the desired color