Description
Learn how to make delicious Fluffy Steamed Rice Cakes, also known as Puto Bigas, a Filipino favorite. These soft, sweet treats are perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of tea.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rice flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, and instant yeast.
- Prepare Batter: Warm the coconut milk and water until just lukewarm, then stir into the dry mixture. Add oil and mix until smooth; the batter will be slightly runny.
- Rest and Thicken: Let the batter rest for 10 minutes. Stir gently a few times to notice how it thickens.
- Fill Molds: Pour the batter into molds or a greased pan. Let it sit for another 20 minutes.
- Prep Steamer: Five minutes before steaming, fill your steamer with water and bring to a boil. For cracked tops, steam over medium heat. For a smooth top, reduce to a gentle simmer.
- Steam Cakes: Steam the cakes, covered with a cloth-lined lid, for 15–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Cool the cakes slightly before unmolding. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- You can top these rice cakes with cheese for a savory twist.
- Experiment with different molds for fun shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rice cake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
