Traditional Panamanian Yuca Cake

The Panamanian Yuca Cake is a traditional dessert from Panama, made with a mixture of grated yuca, coconut, cheese, and spices, baked until golden and fluffy. It is perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a sweet treat at home.

The Panamanian Yuca Cake is a traditional sweet dessert from Panama, crafted with a delicious blend of grated yuca, coconut, sugar, and spices, baked until golden and fluffy.

The combination of flavors and textures makes it a delightful bite to enjoy on any special occasion.

Traditional Panamanian Yuca Cake

Appetizers
1 hour
Baked
10 Servings

Ingredients

2 cups of Yuca grated

2 cups of Grated coconut

2 cups of Sugar

2 teaspoons of Anise

1 teaspoon of Salt

1 cup of White cheese

1 Lemon zest

1 Butter stick

2 teaspoons of Ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon of Nutmeg

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare this delicious dessert, start by preheating the oven to 350°F.

Step 2 : Then, grease and flour a rectangular baking dish and set aside.

Step 3 : Next, mix all the ingredients in a bowl until you get a homogeneous mixture.

Step 4 : Once ready, pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Step 5 : Bake the dessert for approximately 45 minutes, until golden on top and pulling away from the edges of the dish.

Step 6 : Finally, once completely baked, allow it to cool before cutting into squares to serve and enjoy.

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