Soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet steamed rice cakes made easy using ready-made pancake mix—no need for yeast or complicated steps!
Ingredients Tips:
• Pancake mix already contains flour and leavening—no need to add more unless you want extra fluffiness.
• Substitute half of the water with evaporated milk for a creamier flavor.
• Use quick-melt cheese or salted cheese for a savory contrast.
Cooking Tips:
• Make sure that the water is boiling before steaming.
• Wrap the steamer lid with cloth to prevent water from dripping onto the puto.
• Do not overfill molds to avoid overflow during steaming.
• Use cupcake liners if you want easy cleanup and presentation.
Puto Cheese
Soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet steamed rice cakes madeeasy using ready-made pancake mix—no need for yeast or complicated steps!
Ingredients
- 1 kg pancake mix
- ½ cup powdered milk
- 2½ cups water
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup melted butter or vegetable oil
- 1½ tbsp baking powder optional, for extra rise
- Cheese slices optional, for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix pancake mix, powdered milk, and baking powder (if using).
- Add water, eggs, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth with no lumps. Strain once to twice.
- Pour batter into greased puto molds, filling each about ¾ full.
- Add cheese slices on top if desired.
- Steam for 15–20 minutes over medium heat or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before unmolding. Serve warm or chilled.
