Description
A traditional Filipino dessert known as kakanin, this sticky rice cake captures the essence of Filipino culture with its chewy texture and rich flavors from coconut milk and sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups glutinous rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Banana leaves (or parchment paper)
- Food color (optional)
Instructions
- Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare banana leaves by washing and trimming them, then lightly char them for pliability.
- Mix coconut milk, sugar, and salt, then combine with drained rice until coated.
- Spread the rice mixture onto banana leaves in a steaming tray and add food coloring if desired.
- Steam for 40 minutes or until firm.
- Cool, cut into squares, and serve optionally with coconut milk on top.
Notes
Serve with fresh fruits or toasted coconut flakes for added flavor. Be mindful to maintain water levels while steaming.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Filipino dessert, kakanin, sticky rice cake, coconut milk, traditional recipes