Ingredients
1 cup glutinous rice flour (Mochiko)
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups water (room temperature)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1/4 teaspoon yellow gel food color
1/2 cup cornstarch
Light corn syrup
10-12 orange mini chips
20-24 black nonpareils or black buttercream
20-24 orange flower sprinkles
10-12 mini cupcake liners
Instructions
1. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, mix all ingredients except cornstarch until smooth.
2. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stir, then heat for another 2 minutes.
3. If the dough inflates, it’s ready; if not, microwave for 1 more minute.
4. Transfer hot dough to a cornstarch-dusted board, flatten, and cut into 10-12 pieces.
5. Shape into balls, place in cupcake liners, and decorate with eyes, beaks, and feet using corn syrup.
6. Enjoy immediately for the best taste!
PREP TIME & NUTRITION:
Prep Time: 15 minutes, Servings: 12, Calories: 80, Net Carbs: 15g, Fats: 0g, Protein: 1g