Palitaw (Sweet Rice Cakes)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1

Delicious Palitaw Recipe for a Sweet Treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

25g

Fat

Palitaw (Sweet Rice Cakes) is a traditional Filipino dessert that is popular all around the country. It's made from glutinous rice flour, which gives it a sticky and chewy texture that's similar to mochi. After boiling the flattened dough, it's coated with sugar, sesame seeds, and grated coconut, giving it a sweet and nutty flavor. Palitaw is a great dessert to serve during special occasions or enjoyed as a sweet treat anytime.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and 1/2 cup of white sugar.
2.	Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring until it forms a dough.
3.	Divide the dough into small pieces and shape each into a ball.
4.	Flatten each ball into a disc shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
5.	In a pot of boiling water, cook the flattened balls in batches for about 2 minutes or until they float to the surface.
6.	Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked balls from the water and transfer to a bowl of water to prevent them from sticking together.
7.	Combine the remaining 1/2 cup of white sugar, sesame seeds, grated coconut, and salt in a separate bowl.
8.	Coat the cooked balls with the sugar mixture.
9.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Palitaw is a sweet and tasty treat that is easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

It can be served as a dessert or snack and is great for sharing with friends and family.

It’s also gluten-free and vegan-friendly.

CONS

While palitaw is a delicious food, it is high in sugar and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for those with a nut allergy due to the use of sesame seeds and grated coconut.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Palitaw is made from glutinous rice flour, which is a good source of carbohydrates and fiber.
The coconut and sesame toppings also provide some key nutrients such as magnesium, potassium, and iron.
However, due to its high sugar content, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	1 cup glutinous rice flour ( malagkit )
	1/2 cup white sugar
	1/2 cup water
	1/2 cup white sugar
	2 tablespoons sesame seeds
	4 ounces grated coconut
	1 teaspoon salt