Belizean Cassava Pone
Belizean Cassava Pone is a traditional dessert from Belize that is made with grated cassava, coconut milk, and a blend of warm spices. This delicious treat has a dense and chewy texture, with a sweet and aromatic flavor that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 3 cups grated cassava
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated cassava, coconut milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 1 hour, or until the pone is set and golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before slicing into squares and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 8g
- Protein
- 3g
Supplies
Baking dish Mixing bowl Spatula
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Belizean Cassava Pone with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Tips & tricks
For a richer flavor, you can add raisins or chopped nuts to the pone mixture before baking.
Cost
$10