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Lush Caribbean Cassava Pudding with Coconut Cream

Name: Lush Caribbean Cassava Pudding with Coconut Cream
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh cassava, peeled and grated; 1 1/2 cups coconut milk; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; Pinch of salt; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 tbsp confectioners' sugar; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; Toasted coconut flakes; Lime zest

A delightful Caribbean treat that combines the flavors of cassava and creamy coconut, delivering a rich and satisfying dessert experience.

4.9(429 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 11, 2026

Lush Caribbean Cassava Pudding with Coconut Cream — Dessert served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Cassava Pudding

For the Coconut Cream

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 450 kcal
Protein: 2.6 g
Carbs: 75.3 g
Fat: 16.4 g
Fiber: 3.3 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3598 kcal
Protein: 21 g
Carbs: 602 g
Fat: 131 g
Fiber: 26 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 lbs fresh cassava, peeled and grated	1470	10	350	2	20
1 1/2 cups coconut milk	700	6	16	72	2
1 cup granulated sugar	774	0	200	0	0
1 tsp vanilla extract	12	0	1	0	0
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon	3	0	1	0	1
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg	3	0	0	0	0
Pinch of salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup coconut milk	467	4	11	48	1
2 tbsp confectioners' sugar	62	0	15	0	0
1/2 tsp vanilla extract	6	0	0	0	0
Toasted coconut flakes	100	1	8	9	2
Lime zest	1	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Cassava

1
Peel and Grate
Peel the cassava and grate it finely using a box grater.
Tip: Ensure all cassava skin and fibers are removed to avoid any bitterness. Use a food processor for faster grating of the cassava.
2
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the grated cassava with coconut milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
3
Rest
Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Preparing the Coconut Cream

1
Whisk
In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2
Chill
Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

How to Make Lush Caribbean Cassava Pudding with Coconut Cream

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 8 servings

1
Baking the Pudding
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish and pour the cassava mixture in. Bake for 1 hour or until the pudding is set and a golden top is achieved.
2
Cooling
Allow the pudding to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving.