1️⃣ Preheat or Prepare Steamer
If baking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
If steaming, prepare a steamer and bring water to a gentle boil.
2️⃣ Mix Eggs and Sugar
In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture becomes light and slightly fluffy.
3️⃣ Add Liquid Ingredients
Stir in:
- milk
- vanilla extract
- vegetable oil or melted butter
Mix well.
4️⃣ Add Dry Ingredients
Sift together:
- rice flour
- baking powder
- salt
Gradually add them to the wet mixture while stirring until smooth.
5️⃣ Prepare the Pan
Grease a small baking dish or cake pan.
Pour the batter into the pan.
6️⃣ Cook the Cake
If baking:
Bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
If steaming:
Steam for 25 minutes until the cake becomes firm and fluffy.
7️⃣ Cool and Slice
Allow the rice cake to cool slightly, then slice into squares or wedges.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
You can serve rice cake with:
- honey or syrup
- shredded coconut
- fresh fruit
- powdered sugar
✨ Tips for the Best Rice Cake
- Sift the rice flour to keep the texture extra soft.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Steaming makes the cake even softer and lighter.
If you want, I can also show you:
🥥 The famous 3-ingredient coconut rice cake
🍌 Banana rice cake (very soft and healthy)
🧀 Japanese fluffy rice cake that melts in your mouth.