Get Ready to Indulge: The Ultimate Strawberry Rice Cake Recipe You Need to Try!

This chewy glutinous rice cake, filled with a whole strawberry, is a delightful fusion of tradition and seasonal flavors. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, thanks to the luscious red bean paste and fresh strawberries nestled inside.

Try this recipe from Jjilae.

Jjilae is a digital creator who specializes in traditional Korean desserts. For more mouthwatering recipes, check out the Jjilae YouTube channel.

Ingredients:

240 grams glutinous rice flour (dry type)

• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 180 grams water
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 10 strawberries
• 250 grams white bean paste
• 1 teaspoon matcha powder
• Grapeseed oil, as needed
• Cocoa powder, for dusting
• Makes 10 pieces

Instructions:

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In a mixing bowl, sift and combine the glutinous rice flour, cocoa powder, water, and sugar. Mix and knead by hand until the mixture is fully moistened.

Mix the white bean paste with matcha powder. Take about 25 grams of this mixture, flatten it, and wrap each strawberry.Remove the steamed rice cake while it’s still hot and knead for about 10 minutes. Pro tip: Wear cotton gloves under plastic ones, and use grapeseed oil to prevent sticking. Knead thoroughly for the best texture.

Divide the dough into 35-gram portions. Insert the strawberry wrapped in bean paste into each portion, shape into balls, and dust with cocoa powder for a finishing touch.

Storage:

For the best taste, enjoy these treats the same day you make them.