How to Make Karioka Sweet Rice Balls - A Step-by-Step Guide

Karioka is a traditional Filipino dessert made from sticky rice balls coated in sweet caramel sauce. These delicious treats are often enjoyed during special occasions and holidays, but they can be enjoyed any time of the year. The combination of chewy rice balls and gooey caramel sauce makes for a truly indulgent and satisfying sweet treat. If you're looking to make karioka at home, we've got the perfect recipe for you!

Making karioka sweet rice balls is a fun and easy process that ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice flour
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • ¾ cup coconut milk
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • ¼ cup brown sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 rice balls

  • Mix rice flour, shredded coconut, and 3/4 cup coconut milk together in a bowl until dough is well mixed. Form dough into balls, about 1 tablespoon per ball.
  • Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.
  • Fry dough balls in the hot oil until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove pot from heat and transfer balls to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Pour 1/2 cup coconut milk into a saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir brown sugar into hot coconut milk until liquid thickens, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove saucepan from heat, cool coconut coating slightly, and dip balls into coating. Cool slightly before serving.
  • Nutrition

    414 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Sodium: 53mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 216mg