10 Amazing Cassava Flour Recipes to Transform Your Gluten-Free Cooking

If you're looking for versatile cassava flour recipes that actually work, you've come to the right place. Cassava flour has been a Caribbean kitchen staple for generations, long before "gluten-free" became a household term. Our family has been using this incredible flour to create everything from soft flatbreads to crispy tortillas, tender cakes to hearty bread. The beauty of cassava flour is its neutral flavor and remarkable versatility—it behaves more like wheat flour than any other gluten-free alternative, making it perfect for both sweet and savory recipes. Today, we're sharing our favorite Caribbean-style cassava flatbread recipe, plus nine more creative ways to use cassava flour in your everyday cooking.

Featured Recipe: Caribbean Cassava Flatbread

Ingredients

• 2 cups Azure's Carib Cassava Flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 3 tablespoons coconut oil or butter (melted)

• ¾ cup warm water (plus more if needed)

• Optional: 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh herbs for savory variation

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together Azure's Carib Cassava Flour, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined.

2. Add fat: Pour in the melted coconut oil or butter and mix with a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Form dough: Gradually add warm water, mixing with your hands until a soft, pliable dough forms. The dough should be smooth but not sticky. Add more water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed.

4. Knead briefly: Turn the dough onto a clean surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. Divide and rest: Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 10 minutes.

6. Roll out flatbreads: On a lightly floured surface (use cassava flour), roll each ball into a thin circle about 6-7 inches in diameter.

7. Cook on hot griddle: Heat a dry cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each flatbread for 1-2 minutes per side until golden spots appear and bread puffs slightly.

8. Keep warm: Stack cooked flatbreads on a plate and cover with a kitchen towel to keep soft and warm.

9. Serve immediately: Enjoy warm with curry, stew, or use as wraps for sandwiches and tacos.

9 More Creative Cassava Flour Recipes

1. Cassava Flour Tortillas Use the same dough as the flatbread recipe above, but roll even thinner (about 8 inches). Perfect for soft tacos, quesadillas, and wraps. Pro tip: Add a pinch of lime zest to the dough for authentic flavor.

2. Fluffy Cassava Flour Biscuits Combine 2 cups cassava flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ cup cold butter (cubed), and ¾ cup milk. Cut butter into flour until crumbly, add milk, and pat into rounds. Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes for buttery, flaky biscuits.

3. Crispy Cassava Flour Pizza Crust Mix 1½ cups cassava flour with 1 cup warm water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking powder. Spread on parchment paper, pre-bake at 400°F for 10 minutes, add toppings, and bake another 12-15 minutes.

4. Cassava Flour Banana Bread Replace wheat flour 1:1 with Azure's Carib Cassava Flour in your favorite banana bread recipe. The result is incredibly moist with perfect texture. Add chocolate chips for an extra treat!

5. Caribbean Cassava Dumplings Roll small portions of cassava flatbread dough into balls and drop into simmering soup or stew. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fluffy and cooked through. A traditional Caribbean comfort food.

6. Cassava Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies Use cassava flour as a 1:1 replacement in classic chocolate chip cookie recipes. The cookies come out chewy with crispy edges, and no one will guess they're gluten-free.

7. Savory Cassava Flour Crackers Roll cassava flatbread dough very thin, cut into squares, brush with olive oil and sea salt, and bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes until crispy. Perfect for cheese boards.

8. Cassava Flour Pancakes Already covered in our dedicated gluten-free pancakes recipe, but worth mentioning again! Light, fluffy, and absolutely delicious.

9. Cassava Flour Brownies Mix 1 cup cassava flour, ¾ cup cocoa powder, 1 cup sugar, ½ cup melted butter, 3 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes for fudgy, decadent brownies.

Cooking Tips for Cassava Flour Success

• Liquid ratios matter: Cassava flour absorbs more liquid than wheat flour. Start with less liquid than your recipe calls for, then add gradually until you reach the right consistency.

• Don't fear mixing: Unlike some gluten-free flours, cassava flour doesn't become gummy when mixed. You can knead dough and develop structure without worry.

• Room temperature ingredients: For baking recipes, bring eggs and milk to room temperature for better incorporation and more consistent results.

• Storage is key: Cassava flour stays fresh for months in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator or freezer.

• Works as a 1:1 substitute: In most recipes, you can replace wheat flour with cassava flour at a 1:1 ratio. Some adjustments to liquid may be needed, but it's incredibly forgiving.

• Toasting adds flavor: For a nuttier flavor in flatbreads or tortillas, briefly toast the cassava flour in a dry pan before using.

Nutritional Highlights

Azure's Carib Cassava Flour brings both versatility and nutrition to your kitchen. As a whole food flour made from a single ingredient—cassava root—it's naturally free from gluten, grains, and nuts. This makes cassava flour recipes accessible to people with multiple food allergies and sensitivities.

Cassava is a good source of resistant starch, which acts as a prebiotic and supports gut health. It provides sustained energy without blood sugar spikes, making it ideal for active lifestyles. The flour is also rich in vitamin C and contains essential minerals like manganese and folate.

Unlike refined gluten-free flour blends that often contain additives and gums, cassava flour is pure and minimally processed. When you bake with Azure's Carib Cassava Flour, you're using the same simple ingredient that Caribbean families have relied on for centuries.