Yatsuhashi Rice Cake

Yatsuhashi Rice Cake is a delightful and chewy Japanese dessert made from glutinous rice flour, typically flavored with cinnamon and filled with sweet red bean paste. This gluten-free treat offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making it an irresistible snack or dessert.

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice flour - 100 grams
• Water - 80 milliliters
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
• Red bean paste - 50 grams
• Cornstarch - 20 grams (for dusting)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and cinnamon powder.
2. Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth batter forms.
3. Transfer the batter to a microwave-safe dish and cover it with plastic wrap.
4. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir the mixture, and microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes until it becomes thick and sticky.
5. Remove the dish from the microwave and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
6. Dust a clean surface with cornstarch, then transfer the sticky rice dough onto it.
7. Knead the dough gently for a minute, then divide it into 4 equal pieces.
8. Flatten each piece into a circle, about 1/2 cm thick, and place a small amount of red bean paste in the center.
9. Fold the edges of the rice dough over the filling and pinch to seal it, shaping it into a ball or disc.
10. Dust each finished rice cake with more cornstarch to prevent sticking.
11. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 39 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 0 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
• Water: 0.08 L

Health Benefits

• Gluten-free and suitable for those with gluten intolerance.
• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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