Sakura Blossom Rice Cake

Experience the delicate flavors of spring with this Sakura Blossom Rice Cake, a traditional Japanese dessert made with sweet rice flour and infused with cherry blossom essence. Topped with a light layer of sweetened red bean paste and garnished with edible flowers, this cake is a celebration of seasonal beauty and taste.

A beautifully presented Sakura Blossom Rice Cake, showcasing a soft pink hue, adorned with delicate cherry blossoms and a light layer of red bean paste, set against a serene Japanese garden backdrop.
Cultural & Regional Cakes Japanese Cakes Japanese Rice Cake Sakura dessert Traditional
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sweet rice flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cherry blossom essence
  • 1 cup sweetened red bean paste
  • for garnish edible flowers

Instructions

  1. Step 1:

    In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet rice flour, sugar, and cherry blossom essence. Gradually add water and mix until smooth.

  2. Step 2:

    Pour the mixture into a steaming dish and steam for about 20 minutes until set.

  3. Step 3:

    Once steamed, let the rice cake cool. Once cool, spread a layer of sweetened red bean paste on top.

  4. Step 4:

    Garnish with edible flowers and cut into squares to serve.
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