Does leftover rice go to your refrigerator to die? I always have good intentions to use it up the next day and never do...until I found this recipe! If you're looking for a new, delicious way to use up leftover rice, these breakfast rice cakes are the perfect solution! Lightly sweet, crispy on the outside, and packed with flavor, they’ve become a staple in my house—especially because my 8-year-old loves them. You can mix in any fruit you have on hand or pile on your favorite toppings for an extra boost! Why You’ll Love These Breakfast Rice Cakes ✔ Uses Leftover Rice – A great way to get that leftover rice out of your fridge and transform yesterday’s grains into something delicious. ✔ Kid-Approved – Slightly crunchy, naturally sweet, and customizable with fruit and fun toppings. ✔ Protein-Packed – Thanks to the eggs and my homemade protein powder, these keep you full and fueled for the day. ✔ Quick & Easy – A simple batter, a quick fry, and breakfast is served...
If you're looking for a new, delicious way to use up leftover rice, these breakfast rice cakes are the perfect solution! Lightly sweet, crispy on the outside, and packed with flavor, they’ve become a staple in my house—especially because my 8-year-old loves them. You can mix in any fruit you have on hand or pile on your favorite toppings for an extra boost!
Why You’ll Love These Breakfast Rice Cakes
✔ Uses Leftover Rice – A great way to get that leftover rice out of your fridge and transform yesterday’s grains into something delicious.
✔ Kid-Approved – Slightly crunchy, naturally sweet, and customizable with fruit and fun toppings.
✔ Protein-Packed – Thanks to the eggs and my homemade protein powder, these keep you full and fueled for the day.
✔ Quick & Easy – A simple batter, a quick fry, and breakfast is served! Even for the busiest morning moms.
Ingredients
Maple syrup or honey
Fresh berries or sliced bananas
Hemp seeds or chocolate chips
Whipped cream
Instructions
Tips & Variations
⭐ Want more crunch? Add chopped nuts or seeds to the batter.
⭐ Switch up the flavors – Try adding cocoa powder for a chocolate version or swap the berries for chopped apples or raisins.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups cooked rice (any kind!)
- 2 tablespoons coconut or brown sugar (We use Barbadian sugar)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon homemade protein powder (link to recipe)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries of your choice. (We love blueberries or strawberries in this recipe)
- Coconut oil (for the pan)
Maple syrup or honey
Fresh berries or sliced bananas
Hemp seeds or chocolate chips
Whipped cream
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs in a medium bowl.
- Add the cooked rice, sugar, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, protein powder, and berries to the bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat and add coconut oil.
- Using a 1/4 cup ice cream scoop or large spoon, place a scoop of the rice cake mixture into the pan. Flatten slightly.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
⭐ Want more crunch? Add chopped nuts or seeds to the batter.
⭐ Switch up the flavors – Try adding cocoa powder for a chocolate version or swap the berries for chopped apples or raisins.
These breakfast rice cakes are a simple, satisfying way to start your day with energy and flavor. Try them out and let me know what toppings you love the most!
Enjoy & happy cooking! 🍽️💛
-Coach Joanie
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