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Chinese White Sweet Rice Cake Recipe

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Description

Chinese White Sweet Rice Cake is a traditional Chinese dessert made from glutinous rice flour and sugar. This delicious and easy-to-make cake is commonly served during Chinese New Year celebrations and other special occasions. It has a soft, chewy texture and a sweet, delicate flavor that will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cooking time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Mixing bowl
  • 8-inch cake pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and water until smooth.
  2. Grease an 8-inch cake pan with vegetable oil and pour the batter into the pan.
  3. Sprinkle sesame seeds and shredded coconut on top of the batter.
  4. Place the cake pan in a steamer and steam over high heat for 1 hour.
  5. Remove the cake pan from the steamer and let it cool for 10 minutes.
  6. Run a knife around the edges of the cake pan to loosen the cake, then invert the cake onto a plate.
  7. Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • If you don't have a steamer, you can use a large pot with a steaming rack or a colander placed over a pot of boiling water.
  • You can substitute the sesame seeds with other toppings such as chopped nuts, raisins, or dried fruit.
  • If the cake is too sticky, dust it with some cornstarch or glutinous rice flour before serving.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200
  • Total fat: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Total carbohydrates: 25g
  • Dietary fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 11g
  • Protein: 2g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure the batter is well mixed and smooth before pouring it into the cake pan.
  • Don't over-steam the cake, as it may become too dense and sticky.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Now that you know how to make Chinese White Sweet Rice Cake, you can impress your family and friends with this delicious and authentic Chinese dessert. Enjoy!


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