Baked cassava cake, or tavioka yaca, is a simple Fijian dessert made from grated cassava with sugar, milk, and optional raisins or vanilla. It bakes into a dense, satisfying cake that is easy to slice and serve for tea-time, family gatherings, or everyday dessert.
Baked Grated Cassava Cake Recipe (tavioka yaca) is a home-style sweet recipe with familiar ingredients and the kind of comforting finish that works well for family baking, sharing, or tea-time treats.
If you enjoy this kind of recipe, you may also want to try our tropical banana loaf or chocolate cake recipe.
Ingredients- Grated cassava. Can buy ready grated cassava in packets, frozen or buy fresh cassava, peal it, grade it and your all set.
- 1/2 cup sugar in general but add amount to taste
- 2 eggs (optional)
- 1/3 cup milk
- Vanilla (optional)
- Raisins (optional)
Directions
Mix grated cassava in a bowl along with eggs and add 1/2 cup sugar, hint of vanilla and mix well. After thoroughly mixing taste the sugar and add more sugar according to your liking. Add some raisins if you like as well.
Then in a bowl, pour grated cassava and mix melted sugar thoroughly. Add some vanilla for taste.
Put in a greased baking tray and bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. The top should start getting golden brown. Stick a folk into it to see if it done when something sticks onto the folk.
Sliced Cassava Cake ready to eat 
Cassava Cake hot off the oven 
Cassava Cake with a bit of vanilla. 
Cassava Cake with pattens made with a folk ready for baking. 
Thaw frozen grated coconut
Helpful Tips
- Let the bake cool enough before slicing so the texture can settle.
- A simple serving finish often works better than overcomplicating the dessert.
- Store leftovers well so the texture stays fresh.
FAQ
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. Many desserts like this hold up well when made ahead and cooled or stored properly.
How should I serve it?
Serve it in the style you prefer, whether plain, chilled, or with a simple topping.
Can I keep leftovers?
Yes. Store leftovers well covered and serve again once the texture has settled.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal |
| Fat | 4.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 24.4 g |
| Protein | 5.1 g |
| Sodium | 112.4 mg |
| Cholesterol | 94.2 mg |