Paleo Taro Cake
Delight your taste buds with this naturally sweet and nourishing Paleo Taro Cake, a grain-free and gluten-free dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! Made with earthy grated taro root, nutrient-dense almond and coconut flours, and a hint of natural sweetness from coconut sugar, this moist and tender cake brings wholesome ingredients to the forefront. Coconut milk and coconut oil lend a luscious texture, while spices like cinnamon provide a warm, aromatic touch. Ready in just over an hour, this cake is simple to prepare yet impressively flavorful. Serve it as-is or elevate it with a dollop of Paleo-friendly whipped coconut cream for a truly indulgent treat. Perfect for those following a Paleo lifestyle or looking for a unique and healthier dessert option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams taro root (peeled and grated)
- 120 grams almond flour
- 30 grams coconut flour
- 30 grams arrowroot starch
- 75 grams coconut sugar
- 240 milliliters full-fat coconut milk
- 4 pieces eggs (large)
- 60 milliliters coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (Paleo-compatible)
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease or line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated taro root, almond flour, coconut flour, arrowroot starch, coconut sugar, baking powder, cinnamon (if using), and sea salt. Stir until well incorporated.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, full-fat coconut milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until a thick batter forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the cake as-is, or pair it with Paleo-friendly whipped coconut cream for an extra special treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.2 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.2 g | 586% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 740 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 1540 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 281.9 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.8 g | 178% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.2 g | ||
| Protein | 67.6 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 621 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 3777 mg | 80% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
