Cassava pone is a delightful dessert enjoyed throughout the Caribbean, particularly in Guyana. This moist, spiced cake is made from grated cassava, coconut, and a blend of spices, resulting in a rich, dense treat that perfectly complements any meal. At Spices.tel, we provide all the essential ingredients to create this traditional delicacy right at home.
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Serving Size: 8 Difficulty: Moderate
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs grated cassava
- 1 1/2 cups grated coconut
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground clove
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cassava, grated coconut, coconut milk, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. If you like, fold in the raisins for added texture and flavour.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cassava pone to cool in the baking dish for about 20 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
