Today, we’re going to be looking at rice paper dessert recipes. Rice paper is incredibly versatile, and can be used for starters, main courses…and even desserts! While you may not have tried any desserts using rice paper, there’s no time like the present. Whether you fill the rice paper with bananas, apples or any other fruit – they’re absolutely delicious. But how do you go about making these recipes? Let’s take a closer look.
What Is Rice Paper?
Rice paper is typically incredibly thin and can be made of a few different ways. It is most often used as a wrap in Asian cuisine. It’s typically made from rice flour, salt, and water. However, it can also be made from tree bark. It produces a thin wrapper once dried, that feels like paper.
Ingredients In Rice Paper
Ingredients for rice paper may vary depending on which recipe you’re following. However, the most common ingredients when it comes to rice paper are:
- rice flour/tapioca flour
- salt
- water
Nutritional Information Of Rice Paper
You may be curious as to the nutritional value of rice paper. One medium wrapper of rice paper contains the following:
- Calories: 47
- Fat: 0.2g
- Sodium: 0.1mg
- Potassium: 9.7mg
- Carbs: 10g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0.8g
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Rice Paper Dessert Recipes
Rice paper can be used in many recipes, but I find dessert recipes one of the most delicious ways to use them in baking and cooking. We’ll be looking at two different recipes: banana rice paper rolls and baked apple pie rice paper rolls.
Banana Rice Paper Rolls
Fried banana rice paper rolls drizzled in caramel sauce – what more could you ask for from a dessert? This recipe is inspired by one from Create Kids Club, and it’s super easy to make.
Ingredients – Rice Paper Dessert Recipes
- 8 rice paper wrappers (spring roll wrappers will also work)
- 4 medium bananas (cut in half)
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of apple pie spice
- vegetable oil (for frying)
- caramel sauce
- vanilla ice cream
Step By Step
Step 1: Prepare
Gather all of the ingredients you need for this recipe. Using a fryer, skillet, or pan, add at least one inch of oil and heat to 350F. In a bowl, add the sugar and apple pie spice. Mix well and leave to one side.
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Step 2: Make the Rolls
Step 3: Fry the Rolls
Place the rolls into the preheated oil. Leave for around 3 minutes and turn over, and cook for a further 2 minutes. Remove from oil and place on a paper towel. Repeat until all rolls are fried. Plate rolls with a serving of caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.
Baked Apple Pie Rice Paper Rolls – Rice Paper Dessert Recipes
The next recipe we’ll be looking at is baked apple pie rice paper rolls. These rolls are also gluten free and vegan, meaning they’re suitable for a range of dietary lifestyles.
Ingredients
- 4-6 apples
- 1/3 cup of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons of rice paper
- rice paper wrappers
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Step By Step
Step 1: Prepare
Gather all of the ingredients you need for this recipe and preheat your oven to 450F. Prepare a pan with parchment paper or oil it well.
Step 2: Make the Filling
Peel the apples and then cut the peeled apples into slices. Add the slices to a bowl, along with the brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix well to ensure the slices are well coated. In a separate bowl, add some water and place the rice paper wrappers in the water for around 10 seconds each to soften them.
Step 3: Prepare the Rolls
Place the rice paper onto your work surface and add around 1-2 tablespoons of the sliced apples into the center. Fold the paper, and roll up. Repeat until you have used all of the apple mixture.
Step 4: Bake the Rolls
Place the rolls onto your prepared pan and brush lightly with oil. Now place into the center of your preheated oven for around 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and serve warm with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
Conclusion – Rice Paper Dessert Recipes
I hope this post has given you a few ideas on rice paper dessert recipes. Rice paper rolls are ideal for summer as they’re light, you won’t feel heavy after eating them, and best of all? They’re absolutely delicious. They’re also vegan, gluten free and dairy free too!
Do you have any tips or tricks when it comes to using rice paper in baking? If so, please feel free to let me know in the comments below. Sharing is caring!
FAQ’s
Can I Use Rice Paper for Baking?
Of course! Not only can you use rice paper for baking desserts such as the spring rolls we've looked at, but you can also use rice paper for the top of cakes, as well as to line sweet treats to prevent any sticking from taking place.
Are Rice Paper Rolls Healthy?
Yes! Rice paper rolls are low in fat and carbohydrates. Not only that, but they are also relatively high in protein, considering their size.
Are Rice Papers Good for Weight Loss?
Absolutely. They're light, and don't feel heavy after you've eaten them. Not only that, but they're pretty nutritious and delicious too!
Does Rice Paper Expire?
Rice paper will likely have an expiry date clearly displayed, but the truth is, rice paper lasts indefinitely! If kept in a cool, dark place - your rice paper rounds may even outlast you! If left at room temperature, they will not last as long.