Low Fat Cassava Cake
Craving a delicious dessert with a healthier twist? This Low Fat Cassava Cake is the perfect guilt-free indulgence! Made with naturally sweet grated cassava, creamy light coconut milk, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce, this recipe captures all the rich, tropical flavors of traditional cassava cake while significantly reducing the fat content. Egg whites and a sugar substitute like Stevia ensure it's light yet satisfying, while vanilla extract adds a hint of warmth to every bite. Baked to golden perfection, this easy-to-make dessert complements any occasion, whether served warm or at room temperature. With just 15 minutes of prep time and low-fat, wholesome ingredients, this cassava cake is a true crowd-pleaser for health-conscious dessert lovers. Try it today and enjoy a slice (or two) of this Southeast Asian-inspired treat!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams grated cassava
- 400 ml light coconut milk
- 240 ml low-fat milk
- 50 grams sugar substitute (e.g., Stevia)
- 125 grams unsweetened applesauce
- 3 pieces egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9x9 inch baking dish with a bit of non-stick cooking spray or olive oil.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cassava, light coconut milk, low-fat milk, sugar substitute, and unsweetened applesauce. Mix well until homogenous.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until slightly frothy, and then fold into the cassava mixture along with the vanilla extract and salt.
Step 4
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the top is set.
Step 6
Once baked, allow the cassava cake to cool in the baking dish on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Step 7
Cut into squares or desired servings and enjoy this low-fat cassava cake warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1427.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1218.9 |
| Total Fat 24.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 19.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1598.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 226.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.5g | |
| Protein 27.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 433.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1821.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories