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Easy Chewy Filipino Cassava Cake with Cheese Topping

A square slice of chewy cassava cake with a beautifully caramelized, golden-brown topping, served on a white plate.
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A simple recipe for moist, chewy Filipino Cassava Cake featuring a rich coconut custard topping and a baked cheese layer.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups grated fresh or thawed frozen cassava
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Macapuno strings (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese for mixing into batter
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the grated cassava, coconut milk, condensed milk, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until just combined.
  3. If using, stir in the Macapuno strings and the 1/2 cup of cheese meant for the batter.
  4. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake the base layer for 45 minutes, or until the edges are set.
  6. While the base bakes, prepare the topping: Mix the remaining 1/2 cup of grated cheese with 2 tablespoons of condensed milk to create a thick paste or loose topping mixture.
  7. Remove the cake from the oven. Spread the cheese topping evenly over the partially baked cake.
  8. Return the cake to the oven and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before slicing. Cooling allows the cake to firm up for a chewy texture.
  10. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Notes

  • If using frozen cassava, thaw it completely and squeeze out excess liquid before measuring.
  • For a richer topping, you can substitute some of the grated cheese with Edam cheese.
  • This cake tastes better the next day once the flavors have fully set.

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