Gui Hua Tang Yuan (sweet Osmanthus Rice Balls)

Gui Hua Tang Yuan, also known as Sweet Osmanthus Rice Balls, is a traditional dessert from Zhejiang Cuisine. These sweet rice balls are infused with the delicate fragrance of osmanthus flowers, making them a delightful treat for special occasions or everyday enjoyment.

Gui Hua Tang Yuan (sweet Osmanthus Rice Balls)

Ingredients

  • Glutinous rice flour - 2 cups
  • Water - 3/4 cup
  • Granulated sugar - 1/2 cup
  • Dried osmanthus flowers - 2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the glutinous rice flour with water to form a smooth dough.
  2. Divide the dough into small pieces and roll them into balls.
  3. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the rice balls. Cook until they float to the surface, then remove and drain.
  4. In a separate pot, combine sugar, dried osmanthus flowers, and water. Bring to a simmer until the sugar dissolves to make the osmanthus syrup.
  5. Serve the rice balls in bowls and pour the osmanthus syrup over them. Enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Sugar
15g
Fat
1g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Pot Bowl Serving bowls

Tools

Stove Strainer

Serving suggestions

Serve Gui Hua Tang Yuan as a sweet ending to a Chinese meal, or as a delightful snack with a cup of hot tea.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, garnish the rice balls with a few fresh osmanthus flowers before serving.

Cost

$5