Brazilian recipe
Easy Cassava Pudding with Coconut (Pudim de Mandioca)
A creamy and comforting Brazilian-style cassava pudding. This traditional dessert blends tender cooked cassava, sweet coconut, and a touch of butter for a rustic, crowd-pleasing finish.
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Ingredients
3 large eggs
1 kg cooked cassava, cut into chunks
2 cups whole milk
100 g fresh or dried shredded coconut
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 kg cooked cassava, cut into chunks
2 cups whole milk
100 g fresh or dried shredded coconut
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Where to find ingredients
Cassava can typically be found in the produce or frozen sections of international markets or larger supermarkets under the name 'yuca' or 'manioc'. If fresh is unavailable, the frozen peeled and cooked chunks are perfect for this recipe. Shredded coconut is widely available in the baking aisle; opt for unsweetened if you prefer to control the sweetness yourself, though standard desiccated coconut works well. For other basics like milk, eggs, butter, and sugar, any local grocery store will have high-quality options available.
Preparation method
- Mash the cooked cassava thoroughly until you have a smooth, consistent puree
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cassava puree, eggs, milk, sugar, butter, and shredded coconut
- Mix everything well until the batter is completely smooth and uniform
- Grease a baking dish with butter and lightly dust it with sugar or plain flour
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 25 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top has turned a beautiful golden brown
- Take it out of the oven, allow it to cool down to room temperature, and serve in slices
Observations
This cassava pudding is a beloved classic in Brazilian kitchens, celebrated for its unique, velvety texture and deep, sweet profile. It brings together the subtle starchiness of cooked cassava with the tropical richness of shredded coconut. It is a straightforward, no-fuss dessert that bakes into a firm yet creamy delight, making it the perfect treat for family gatherings or a relaxed weekend sweet fix.
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