What makes cassava flour recipes so special?
For starters, they're a godsend for anyone with gluten sensitivities, celiac disease, and allergies, offering a safe and scrumptious way to enjoy delicious treats. Plus, cassava flour offers tons of health benefits as a low-fat, low-calorie ingredient.
![Delicate and light, these gluten-free cassava flour crepes offer a versatile canvas that can be livened up with your choice of classic and creative toppings for an elegant brunch or a light dessert.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cassava-flour-recipes-Gluten-free-cassava-flour-crepes-700x394-1-700x394.jpg)
But the benefits of cassava flour don’t end there. Its binding and thickening properties also give you moist, fluffy baked goods.
If you’re ready to find new, fresh ideas to incorporate cassava flour into your daily meals, read on! We’ve got an incredible list of 25 cassava flour recipes that can elevate your cooking and baking repertoire!
25 Delicious Cassava Flour Recipes: From Savory to Sweet
1. Meatloaf Sweet Potato Muffins
![Each one features a savory meatloaf base made with cassava flour, which gives it a tender crumb and complements the robust flavors of the meat.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-meatloaf-sweet-potato-muffins-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
Transform your favorite meatloaf into bite-sized delights with these meatloaf sweet potato muffins!
Each one features a savory meatloaf base made with cassava flour, which gives it a tender crumb and complements the robust flavors of the meat.
And the sweet potato topping adds hearty sweetness to the mix, making the recipe perfect for a unique dinner or a playful appetizer to serve at a party.
2. Apple Pie Pancakes With Bacon Vanilla Bean Syrup
![They’re also spiced with cinnamon and vanilla extract, studded with apple slices, and topped with a decadent bacon-infused vanilla bean syrup for a sweet and savory experience.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Apple-Pie-Pancakes-with-Bacon-Vanilla-Bean-Syrup-1-1-700x700.jpg)
For a healthy breakfast that tastes like dessert, try these apple pie pancakes! Made with a mix of cassava and almond flour, they boast a satisfyingly fluffy texture.
They’re also spiced with cinnamon and vanilla extract, studded with apple slices, and topped with a decadent bacon-infused vanilla bean syrup for a sweet and savory experience.
3. Creamy Garlic Chicken
![A light coating of cassava flour is the secret behind these chicken breasts’ crispness in this recipe, and it also helps thicken the lush, garlic-infused sauce to velvety perfection.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Creamy-Garlic-Chicken-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
A light coating of cassava flour is the secret behind these chicken breasts’ crispness. It also helps thicken the lush, garlic-infused sauce to velvety perfection.
Plus, the browned garlic and seasonings give this one-pan dish rich, aromatic flavors and offer a sumptuous feast for the senses — ideal for those evenings when only the heartiest of dishes will do!
4. Cassava Flour Muffins
![Bursting with the zest of fresh lemons and the sweetness of plump blueberries, these cassava flour blueberry lemon muffins offer a delightful balance of fruity flavors.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-cassava_flour_muffins-1-700x700.jpg)
Bursting with the zest of fresh lemons and the sweetness of plump blueberries, these cassava flour blueberry lemon muffins offer a delightful balance of fruity flavors.
Each treat boasts a light, airy texture that can brighten up your morning or offer a boost of energy as a scrumptious afternoon snack.
5. Cassava Flour Brownies
![Rich with chocolatey goodness, the brownies are slightly gooey in the middle with a delicate, crackly top, proving that decadence can be wholesome too.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-cassava_flour_brownies-1-700x700.jpg)
End your meal on a high note with these cassava flour brownies, a dessert that puts a healthy twist on the fudgy goodness of classic brownies with cassava flour!
Rich with chocolatey goodness, the brownies are slightly gooey in the middle with a delicate, crackly top, proving that decadence can be wholesome too.
6. Empanaditas de Yuca
![Encased in a crisp, golden crust made with cassava flour, each one has a filling with a rich and flavorful blend of meats and spices.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-empanaditas-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
These tasty empanadas are little pockets of joy that hail from the Dominican Republic.
Encased in a crispy golden crust made with cassava flour, each one has a filling with a rich and flavorful blend of meats and spices. It’s a handheld snack that fills you right up with a hearty, satisfying experience.
7. Keto Sausage Gravy
![To create this comforting, homestyle dish, simply sauté breakfast or Italian sausage in a pan with sage and fennel seeds, then remove from the pan.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Keto-Sausage-Gravy-1-700x700-1.jpg)
To create this comforting, homestyle dish, simply sauté breakfast or Italian sausage in a pan with sage and fennel seeds, then remove from the pan.
Make the gravy with cassava flour, milk, and chicken broth before adding the sausage back in, and voilà — you’ve got a keto-friendly twist on a Southern classic that pairs perfectly with low-carb biscuits and makes your mornings infinitely better.
8. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Snickerdoodles (Vegan)
![This recipe gives you just that, with pumpkin purée, cassava flour, coconut oil, and flax egg coming together to create chewy, cake-like pumpkin snickerdoodles.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Gluten-Free-Pumpkin-Snickerdoodles-Vegan-1-1-700x700.jpg)
Wish you had a cookie that captures the essence of autumn? This recipe gives you just that, with pumpkin purée, cassava flour, coconut oil, and flax egg coming together to create chewy, cake-like pumpkin snickerdoodles.
These heartwarming, gluten-free cookies are also dusted with a mix of cinnamon and coconut sugar, which make them sing with fall’s festive flavors.
9. Gluten-Free Cassava Flour Crepes
![Delicate and light, these gluten-free cassava flour crepes offer a versatile canvas that can be livened up with your choice of classic and creative toppings for an elegant brunch or a light dessert.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cassava-flour-recipes-Gluten-free-cassava-flour-crepes-700x394-1-700x394.jpg)
Delicate and light, these gluten-free cassava flour crepes offer a versatile canvas that can be livened up with your choice of classic and creative toppings for an elegant brunch or a light dessert.
Whether filled with sweet jams and whipped cream or savory cheeses and ham, these crepes maintain an impeccable texture that rivals their wheat-based counterparts. Great for an elegant brunch or a light dessert!
10. Cassava Flour Tortillas
![With a soft, pliable texture that holds up to the heartiest of fillings and toppings, these tortillas invite you to wrap up your favorite ingredients and savor a burst of flavors in every bite.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-cassava-flour-tortillas-1-1-700x700.jpg)
Looking to whip up a quick wrap for lunch or taco night? Good news; you can make yours gluten-free with these cassava flour tortillas!
With a soft, pliable texture that holds up to the heartiest of fillings and toppings, these tortillas invite you to wrap up your favorite ingredients and savor a burst of flavors in every bite.
11. Cassava Flour Cookies (Dairy-Free)
![Cassava flour offers a chewy texture, while dark chocolate chips and a mix of brown and granulated sugars provide delectable sweetness that beckons for second helpings.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-cookies-baked-1-1-700x700.jpg)
The simplicity of this dairy-free recipe allows the ingredients’ natural goodness to shine through.
Cassava flour offers a chewy texture, while dark chocolate chips and a mix of brown and granulated sugars provide delectable sweetness that beckons for second helpings.
And the best part? You can make these in a large batch with as many as 60 cookies!
12. Cassava Flour Pancakes
![The key is to mix cassava flour and coconut flour, which lets the pancakes puff up to fluffy perfection.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-cassava-flour-pancakes-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
Pancake lovers, rejoice! With this gluten-free recipe, you can finally make a wholesome version of your favorite breakfast as enticing as the classic.
The key is to mix cassava flour and coconut flour, which lets the pancakes puff up to fluffy perfection.
Use this to make a thick, smooth batter, whip up a stack, and top with syrup, jam, or fresh fruit to brighten up your morning routine.
13. Homemade Gluten-Free Pizza Lunchables (Vegan, Allergy-Free, and Grain-Free)
![These are playful, customizable goodies, featuring a cassava flour crust with packets of sauce and perfectly portioned toppings.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Homemade-Gluten-Free-Pizza-Lunchables-1-1-700x700.jpg)
Go for a grown-up twist on a childhood favorite with these vegan, gluten-free pizza Lunchables! These are playful, customizable goodies featuring a cassava flour crust with packets of sauce and perfectly portioned toppings.
Pack them for a nostalgic lunch or enjoy them as a fun, interactive dinner that everyone in the family can customize to their liking.
14. Chipa Pirú (Crunchy Gluten-Free Bread)
![A beloved treat in Paraguayan cuisine, this chipa pirú recipe creates crunchy, bite-sized morsels made with cassava flour and other simple ingredients like eggs, butter, anise seed, and Paraguay cheese.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Chipa-Piru-1-1-700x700.jpg)
A beloved treat in Paraguayan cuisine, this chipa pirú recipe creates crunchy, bite-sized morsels made with cassava flour and other simple ingredients like eggs, butter, anise seed, and Paraguay cheese.
They boast an irresistibly crunchy texture and a rich, cheesy flavor that's sure to get you hooked for life. Perfect as a quick snack to enjoy with your coffee or matcha!
15. Chipa Licuadora (Gluten-Free Bread)
![All you need to do is blend milk, oil, cheese, eggs, and cassava flour, pour the mixture into muffin tins, and bake away.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-chipa-liquadora-1-1-700x700.jpg)
Even newbies to gluten-free baking can create this puffy bread!
All you need to do is blend milk, oil, cheese, eggs, and cassava flour, pour the mixture into muffin tins, and bake away. In just 15 to 20 minutes, you'll have a batch of warm, freshly baked chipa you can enjoy with soup or with a ham filling.
16. Beet and Leek Cassava Crust Pizza
![Lovingly crafted with cassava flour, this pizza’s thin crust bakes up to a crisp texture and a lovely golden brown color! It provides a sturdy yet tender base for sweet, earthy beet sauce and mild, onion-like leeks.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Beet-Leek-Cassava-Crust-Pizza-1-700x394-1-700x394.jpg)
Lovingly crafted with cassava flour, this pizza’s thin crust bakes up to a crisp texture and a lovely golden brown color! It provides a sturdy yet tender base for sweet, earthy beet sauce and mild, onion-like leeks.
Complete with tarragon and parsley for a herbaceous punch, it’s a stunning, gluten-free alternative to takeout pizza that never skimps on taste or satisfaction.
17. Cassava Bread
![The blend of cassava flour and almond flour makes this a gluten-, grain-, and guilt-free alternative to regular loaves — and it’s paleo-friendly too. But don’t worry; they still yield a soft, tender, and light consistency.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Cassava-Bread-Recipe-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
The blend of cassava flour and almond flour makes this a gluten-, grain-, and guilt-free alternative to regular loaves — and it’s paleo-friendly too. But don’t worry; they still yield a soft, tender, and light consistency.
Plus, they can be customized to suit your palate. You can slice it up for a hearty sandwich, add garlic and herbs for a savory delight, or sweeten it up with stevia drops and cinnamon!
18. Gluten-Free Deep Dish Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet (Vegan, Paleo, Allergy-Free)
![The base is also loaded with melty chocolate chips, making it a warm, irresistible dessert that's sure to bring joy to your palette — especially with a scoop of vegan ice cream!](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Chocolate-Chip-Skillet-Cookie-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
Indulge in a decadent dessert without compromising your diet by creating this chocolate chip cookie skillet! Cassava flour plays a crucial role in this recipe, helping achieve a gooey, soft-baked center and a delightfully crisp edge.
The base is also loaded with melty chocolate chips, making it a warm, irresistible dessert that's sure to bring joy to your palette — especially with a scoop of vegan ice cream!
19. Cassava Flour Pie Crust
![For a light, versatile, and gluten-free pie crust, turn to this cassava flour variation! Only four ingredients are needed for this recipe, and with a little love and care, you can make it in just 20 minutes.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Paleo-Cassava-flour-pie-crust-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
For a light, versatile, and gluten-free pie crust, turn to this cassava flour variation! Only four ingredients are needed for this recipe, and with a little love and care, you can make it in just 20 minutes.
It serves as the perfect foundation for countless sweet and savory creations, including tarts and quiches.
20. Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
![Here, cauliflower florets are coated in a wet cassava batter, then tossed in a bold and spicy buffalo sauce before being air-fried. The result is a crisp “wing” that ignites your taste buds with a little heat and a lot of flavor.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-Buffalo-Cauliflower-1-700x394-1-700x394.jpg)
Need a surefire hit for game day or a casual party with friends? Turn up the heat with this vegan version of classic buffalo wings!
Here, cauliflower florets are coated in a wet cassava batter, then tossed in a bold and spicy buffalo sauce before being air-fried. The result is a crisp “wing” that ignites your taste buds with a little heat and a lot of flavor.
21. Fruit-Filled King Cake
![Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras with this fruit-filled king cake made with cassava flour! Boasting a soft, cinnamon-spiced crumb, it’s generously filled with a sweet, comforting date mixture.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-King-Cake-1-1-700x700.jpg)
Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras with this fruit-filled king cake made with cassava flour! Boasting a soft, cinnamon-spiced crumb, it’s generously filled with a sweet, comforting date mixture.
It also has a colorful drizzle of coconut butter enhanced with natural powders like turmeric, blueberry, and matcha, paying homage to the iconic Mardi Gras hues and bringing a burst of cheer to your dessert table!
22. AIP Banana Bread
![Moist, rich, and full of ripe banana flavor, this bread uses cassava flour for a grain-free, gluten-free treat that doesn't compromise on the classic taste and texture we all love.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-AIP-Banana-Bread-1-1-700x700.jpg)
Moist, rich, and full of ripe banana flavor, this bread uses cassava flour for a grain-free, gluten-free treat that doesn't compromise on the classic taste and texture we all love.
Ingredients like applesauce, honey, cream of tartar, cinnamon, and cloves contribute to the simple yet luxurious flavor profile of this loaf that you can enjoy any time of day. It’s sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire!
23. AIP Pumpkin Bread
![This AIP-friendly recipe uses cassava flour to achieve a moist, fragrant loaf infused with warm spices and dotted with raisins. The epitome of autumnal comfort!](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-AIP-Pumpkin-Bread-1-1-700x700.jpg)
Now you can enjoy the flavors of fall all year round with this pumpkin bread.
This AIP-friendly recipe uses cassava flour to achieve a moist, fragrant loaf infused with warm spices and dotted with raisins. The epitome of autumnal comfort!
24. Gluten-Free Flatbread
![still soft and pillowy, thanks to the cassava flour, arrowroot flour, and mashed acorn or butternut squash. Once it’s perfectly cooked, it’s ready to dip, wrap, or enjoy on its own.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-AIP-Flatbread-1-700x700-1-700x700.jpg)
If you want a flatbread everyone can enjoy, this recipe is your best bet! It’s free of eggs, dairy, grains, and coconut for something that truly appeals to everyone’s needs.
But what’s truly remarkable is that’s still soft and pillowy, thanks to the cassava flour, arrowroot flour, and mashed acorn or butternut squash. Once it’s perfectly cooked, it’s ready to dip, wrap, or enjoy on its own.
25. AIP Zucchini Bread
![The moisture from shredded zucchini and the use of cassava flour ensures this zucchini bread is not only soft and delicious but also fits within the autoimmune protocol guidelines.](https://thenymelrosefamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/cassava-flour-recipes-AIP-Zucchini-Bread-1-1-700x700.jpg)
The moisture from shredded zucchini and the use of cassava flour ensures this zucchini bread is not only soft and delicious but also fits within the autoimmune protocol guidelines.
Even better, it has a delicate sweet taste from the honey, a subtle hint of spice from cinnamon and cloves, and a hint of zest from the lemon rind. This is a satisfying and wholesome choice for a tasty breakfast or snack!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Cassava Flour Be Used in All Types of Baking and Cooking?
It depends. Cassava flour is quite versatile, so it can be used in a wide range of baking and cooking applications.
However, because it lacks gluten, it doesn't provide the same elasticity as wheat flour, which can affect the texture of yeast bread and other recipes that rely on gluten for structure.
For best results, it’s advisable to follow recipes specifically designed for cassava flour or adjust measurements when experimenting with it in traditional recipes.
How Does the Taste of Cassava Flour Compare to Other Gluten-Free Flour Options?
Cassava flour has a fairly neutral taste, compared to other gluten-free flour alternatives like quinoa, coconut, almond, and banana flour. These tend to have a more distinctive flavor.
As such, cassava flour is a preferred choice for those who want to substitute traditional wheat flour without significantly altering the flavor of their dishes.
Try Your Hand at These Cassava Flour Recipes Today for Tasty, Healthy, Gluten-Free Treats!
Whether you’re trying to stick to a strict gluten-free diet or simply looking to spice up your cooking routine, you’ll be sure to find cassava flour a worthwhile addition to your kitchen staples.
From fluffy pancakes to chewy cookies and everything in between, all these cassava flour recipes have shown you that you can enjoy how adaptable and beneficial this amazing flour can be!
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