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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa036.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/","crawl_time":1776297639,"first_indexed_time":1664223235,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,nutfreewok!\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/ s443","src_root_hash":"9119319430264883036","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Chinese New Year Cake \"Nian Gao\" Recipe - Nut Free Wok","meta_descriptions":["Chinese New Year Cake \"Nian Gao\" is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture, and top 9 free."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly.\nDisclaimer:\nPlease check that all ingredients are suitable for your allergies and be sure to ask your medical care team regarding any allergy related questions (I do not share medical advice). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.\nChinese New Year Traditions\nRight after January 1st of each year, my parents spent almost every weekend preparing for Chinese New Year, now also referred to as Lunar New Year to include other Asian cultures that celebrate. My parents bought extra food, cleaned the house, and withdrew newly minted crisp dollar bills from the bank to fill red envelopes with “lucky money.” My cumulative memories of Chinese New Year include vases of beautiful pink quince blossoms on otherwise bare branches, tangerines with little red envelopes next to them, lots of candy and sweetened dried fruits, festive fire crackers and lively dragon dances. \nOne of the best parts of Chinese New Year for a child is to greet our elders with “\nGung Hay Fat Choy\n” which means “May You Be Happy and Prosperous” in Cantonese and then receive red envelopes containing “lucky money.” I definitely felt lucky to grow up with a huge extended family with many family friends and definitely rich with tradition and fond memories.\nWhy Do We Eat Nian Gao During the Lunar New Year?\nMy mom always made a New Year cake, also known as\nnian gao.\nEven though the words\nnian gao\nmean “year cake,” the words sound like “year higher” and symbolize prosperity or promotion or children growing taller.\nSince I first started blogging, I have shared other recipes that are appropriate for Lunar New Year celebrations.\nChinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe\n– a steamed glutinous rice cake dessert\nPan Fried Nian Gao, a Lunar New Year Dessert Recipe\n– make this when your sweet and sticky nian gao feels hard, pan frying it will make it soft and sticky again, with a little bit of carmelization.\nRice Ovalettes with Pork and Vegetables Stir Fry Recipe (Chao Nian Gao)\n– a savory stir fry\nChinese Style Steamed Fish & Chinese New Year\n– fresh steamed whole fish\nDelicious Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Soup Recipe\n– this dessert soup is considered lucky\nPan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Dumplings (Potstickers)\n– great appetizer\nChinese Potstickers with Napa Cabbage Carrot Soup & Crazy Cuizine Review\n– use frozen potstickers to make soup\nMake Chicken Potstickers From Scratch Recipe\n– chicken potstickers\nChinese Potstickers Recipe: Pork & Napa Cabbage\n– shrimp free potstickers\nDim Sum: Turnip Cake\n– a savory steamed rice cake that is pan fried until crispy\n“Bok Cheet Gai” Slow Cooker Chinese White Cut Chicken\n– poach chicken in a slow cooker\nCantonese-Style Poached Chicken Recipe\n– this is the stovetop version of a poached chicken\nEasy & Low-Fat Chinese Salt and Pepper Garlic Shrimp Recipe\n– shrimp is an auspicious ingredient\nHappiness is a Shrimp Stir Fry with Spring Vegetables Recipe\n– a shrimp stir-fry\nAsian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are Easy to Make, Fun to Eat\n– lettuce represents abundance\nStir Fried Iceberg Lettuce with Oyster Sauce\n– a simple stir-fry side dish\nWagyu Sausage Lettuce Wrap\n– lettuce is symbolizes prosperity\nMake Beautiful Lettuce Cups for Lettuce Wraps\nNut Free Chinese New Year Vegetable Stew “Jai” Recipe\n– a Cantonese vegetable stew with many auspicious ingredients\nHow to Make Nian Gao\nMy mom stirred sweet rice flour into a pot of boiling hot brown sugar simple syrup, plopped the gooey mass into a stainless steel bowl lined with bamboo leaves, and steamed it for hours until the windows fogged up with condensation.\nShe made it a day or two before Chinese New Year but we couldn’t eat it until then, which was just as well because the\nnian gao\nwas way too sticky to cut, serve, touch or eat on the first day. Each day the cake became a little less sticky and a little more firm, until it was too dry and too hard, at which point my mom would either steam the cake again,\npan fry slices in oil, or dip slices in egg and pan fry them like french toast.\nBecause you will need to steam this dessert for 90 minutes, it’s important to check that your pot is wide enough to hold the cake pan with some clearance for you to lower the pan into the pot without touching the sides of your pot.\nAnd because the steam time is so long, you also need to have enough water to steam for 90 minutes, a tall steaming rack, and enough clearance to put a lid on the pot. I highly recommend a\nplate lifter.\nSee my post about\nSteamy Cooking Tips: How to Steam Chinese Recipes\n.\nAllergy Friendly Steamed Rice Cake\nI am excited to share this particular recipe because\nnian gao\nis vegan, gluten-free, and \nfree of the top 9 allergens\n, whoo-hoo!\nAnd I was thrilled to find out that my mom’s favorite \nsweet rice flour by Koda Farms\n is produced in a rice only facility that is free of the top 8 allergens, gluten free, and GMO free. How awesome is that? Check out their\nallergen statement\njust for the thrill of it. If you can’t find their rice flours in your local store, their website has instructions on how to mail order from them or you can order online via Amazon.\nA traditional recipe uses Chinese brown sugar bricks called\npian tang\nbut brown sugar is an acceptable substitute that is readily available. My family loves this recipe so you can count on it to be delicious.\nAllergy Aware Warning:\nChinese new year cakes might have peanut oil, almond extract, red bean paste, stewed pork belly, lotus seeds, egg yolk, milk, coconut, sesame, etc.. It’s best not to assume that all\nnian gao\nis vegan or allergen free and ask before consuming store-bought or other homemade versions.\nEnjoy the Chinese New Year cake recipe and “\nGung Hay Fat Choy\n!” May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and overflowing joy.\nThis recipe as written is vegan, gluten free, and free of the top 9 allergens.\nSharon Wong, NutFreeWok.com\nChinese New Year Cake \"Nian Gao\" is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly.\nPrep Time\n10\nminutes\nCook Time\n1\nhour\n30\nminutes\nTotal Time\n1\nhour\n40\nminutes\nCourse\nDessert, Snack\nCuisine\nChinese\nServings\n16\nCalories\n198\nkcal\n1 1\/2\ncup\ndark brown sugar\n1 1\/2\ncup\nwater\ndivided\n1\npound\nglutinous sweet rice flour\nKoda Farms is preferred, 1 box\n2\ntablespoons\nolive oil\nor other neutral flavored vegetable oil plus 1\/2 teaspoon to oil a pie plate\n1\nteaspoon\nvanilla extract\nOil a pie plate or round cake pan with 1\/2 teaspoon of oil.\nBe sure to check that your dish will fit inside the pot with the lid on. Add 1 1\/2 inch of water to a large pot with a tight fitting lid and a steamer rack and bring water to boil.\nMeasure 3\/4 cup water in a glass measuring cup, add brown sugar, and microwave for 1 minute until the sugar is dissolved.\nPour sweet rice flour into a large bowl, add the brown sugar water, 3\/4 cup of water, oil and vanilla extract.\nStir to combine until the rice mixture is smooth and free of lumps.\nTransfer the rice mixture into the prepared pie plate and smooth out the top.\nSet the cake inside the pot and steam for 1 1\/2 hours.\nCheck the water level of the pot periodically (avoid letting the condensation from the lid drip on the cake when lifting the lid) and replenish with hot water as necessary.\nAllow the cake to cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, and the cake will be ready to serve the next day.\nFor this recipe, it’s important to be sure that your pot will be wide enough and tall enough to fit your cake pan or pie dish and have enough water in it to steam for 1 1\/2 hours. Refer to my post about steaming tips. \nNutrition facts are calculated automaticaly and are an estimate.\nCalories:\n198\nkcal\nCarbohydrates:\n43\ng\nProtein:\n2\ng\nFat:\n2\ng\nSaturated Fat:\n0.4\ng\nPolyunsaturated Fat:\n0.3\ng\nMonounsaturated Fat:\n1\ng\nSodium:\n7\nmg\nPotassium:\n49\nmg\nFiber:\n1\ng\nSugar:\n20\ng\nCalcium:\n21\nmg\nIron:\n0.3\nmg\nKeyword\nchinese new year cake, nian gao, sweet rice brown sugar cake\nLet us know\nhow it was!\nThanks for reading, please help Nut Free Wok!\nIf you like this post or recipe, please be sure to give a 5 star rating, leave a comment, and share this post! Your support means a lot to me.\nSubscribe to \nNut Free Wok’s email subscription\n (be sure to respond to the confirmation email). You will be notified by email next time I publish another post or recipe and I won’t send you spam or share your email address with anyone.\nDisclosure\/Disclaimer:\nI may mention the names of stores and\/or brand names of products that I use because readers ask and I share products and sources which I use and think may be helpful to readers, all opinions are my own. Please note that manufacturing practices and ingredients can change at anytime without notice and readers are always responsible for assuring allergen safety before buying or consuming foods. NutFreeWok.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. 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This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly.\n\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#recipe)\n\n**Disclaimer:** Please check that all ingredients are suitable for your allergies and be sure to ask your medical care team regarding any allergy related questions (I do not share medical advice). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.\n\n## Chinese New Year Traditions\nRight after January 1st of each year, my parents spent almost every weekend preparing for Chinese New Year, now also referred to as Lunar New Year to include other Asian cultures that celebrate. My parents bought extra food, cleaned the house, and withdrew newly minted crisp dollar bills from the bank to fill red envelopes with “lucky money.” My cumulative memories of Chinese New Year include vases of beautiful pink quince blossoms on otherwise bare branches, tangerines with little red envelopes next to them, lots of candy and sweetened dried fruits, festive fire crackers and lively dragon dances.\n\nOne of the best parts of Chinese New Year for a child is to greet our elders with “*Gung Hay Fat Choy*” which means “May You Be Happy and Prosperous” in Cantonese and then receive red envelopes containing “lucky money.” I definitely felt lucky to grow up with a huge extended family with many family friends and definitely rich with tradition and fond memories.\n\n## Why Do We Eat Nian Gao During the Lunar New Year?\nMy mom always made a New Year cake, also known as *nian gao.* Even though the words *nian gao* mean “year cake,” the words sound like “year higher” and symbolize prosperity or promotion or children growing taller.\n\nSince I first started blogging, I have shared other recipes that are appropriate for Lunar New Year celebrations.\n\n- [Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/) – a steamed glutinous rice cake dessert\n- [Pan Fried Nian Gao, a Lunar New Year Dessert Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/pan-fried-nian-gao\/) – make this when your sweet and sticky nian gao feels hard, pan frying it will make it soft and sticky again, with a little bit of carmelization.\n- [Rice Ovalettes with Pork and Vegetables Stir Fry Recipe (Chao Nian Gao)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/rice-ovalettes-pork-vegetables-stir-fry-recipe-chao-nian-gao\/) – a savory stir fry\n- [Chinese Style Steamed Fish & Chinese New Year](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-style-steamed-fish\/) – fresh steamed whole fish\n- [Delicious Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Soup Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/delicious-red-bean-soup-with-black-glutinous-rice-dessert\/) – this dessert soup is considered lucky\n- [Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Dumplings (Potstickers)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/pork-shrimp-dumplings\/) – great appetizer\n- [Chinese Potstickers with Napa Cabbage Carrot Soup & Crazy Cuizine Review](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-potstickers-with-napa-cabbage-carrot-soup-crazy-cuizine-review\/) – use frozen potstickers to make soup\n- [Make Chicken Potstickers From Scratch Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/make-chicken-potstickers-from-scratch-recipe\/) – chicken potstickers\n- [Chinese Potstickers Recipe: Pork & Napa Cabbage](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-potstickers-recipe-pork-napa-cabbage\/) – shrimp free potstickers\n- [Dim Sum: Turnip Cake](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/dim-sum-turnip-cake\/) – a savory steamed rice cake that is pan fried until crispy\n- [“Bok Cheet Gai” Slow Cooker Chinese White Cut Chicken](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/bok-cheet-gai-slow-cooker-chinese-white-cut-chicken\/) – poach chicken in a slow cooker\n- [Cantonese-Style Poached Chicken Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/cantonese-style-poached-chicken-recipe\/) – this is the stovetop version of a poached chicken\n- [Easy & Low-Fat Chinese Salt and Pepper Garlic Shrimp Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-salt-pepper-garlic-shrimp\/) – shrimp is an auspicious ingredient\n- [Happiness is a Shrimp Stir Fry with Spring Vegetables Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/shrimp-spring-vegetables-stir-fry\/) – a shrimp stir-fry\n- [Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are Easy to Make, Fun to Eat](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/asian-chicken-lettuce-wraps\/) – lettuce represents abundance\n- [Stir Fried Iceberg Lettuce with Oyster Sauce](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/stir-fried-iceberg-lettuce-oyster-sauce\/) – a simple stir-fry side dish\n- [Wagyu Sausage Lettuce Wrap](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wagyu-sausage-lettuce-wrap\/) – lettuce is symbolizes prosperity\n- [Make Beautiful Lettuce Cups for Lettuce Wraps](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/make-beautiful-lettuce-cups-for-lettuce-wraps\/)\n- [Nut Free Chinese New Year Vegetable Stew “Jai” Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/nut-free-chinese-new-year-vegetable-stew-jai-recipe\/) – a Cantonese vegetable stew with many auspicious ingredients\n## How to Make Nian Gao\nMy mom stirred sweet rice flour into a pot of boiling hot brown sugar simple syrup, plopped the gooey mass into a stainless steel bowl lined with bamboo leaves, and steamed it for hours until the windows fogged up with condensation.\n\nShe made it a day or two before Chinese New Year but we couldn’t eat it until then, which was just as well because the *nian gao* was way too sticky to cut, serve, touch or eat on the first day. Each day the cake became a little less sticky and a little more firm, until it was too dry and too hard, at which point my mom would either steam the cake again, [pan fry slices in oil, or dip slices in egg and pan fry them like french toast.](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/pan-fried-nian-gao\/)\n\nBecause you will need to steam this dessert for 90 minutes, it’s important to check that your pot is wide enough to hold the cake pan with some clearance for you to lower the pan into the pot without touching the sides of your pot.\n\nAnd because the steam time is so long, you also need to have enough water to steam for 90 minutes, a tall steaming rack, and enough clearance to put a lid on the pot. I highly recommend a [plate lifter.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=plate+lifter&i=garden&rh=n%3A1055398%2Cp_72%3A1248915011%2Cp_85%3A2470955011&dc=&ds=v1%3AOCaGGYgKv1%2BRLjU2iaQZ9m8w6s9ofgykR2DWvUOEuXU&crid=2P6DNLTE16TMY&qid=1735956373&rnid=2470954011&sprefix=plate+lifter%2Caps%2C260&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=5b663acb9399bbd133bf9dc1ef4aaed0&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) See my post about [Steamy Cooking Tips: How to Steam Chinese Recipes](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/steamy-cooking-tips-how-to-steam\/).\n\n[![Chinese New Year Cake Nian Gao Recipe](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20width%3D%22800%22%20height%3D%22800%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20800%20800%22%3E%3Cfilter%20id%3D%22b%22%3E%3CfeGaussianBlur%20stdDeviation%3D%2212%22%20%2F%3E%3C%2Ffilter%3E%3Cpath%20fill%3D%22%23ae7e5d%22%20d%3D%22M0%200h800v800H0z%22%2F%3E%3Cg%20filter%3D%22url\\(%23b\\)%22%20transform%3D%22translate\\(1.6%201.6\\)%20scale\\(3.125\\)%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23fff%22%20cx%3D%2284%22%20cy%3D%2243%22%20rx%3D%22134%22%20ry%3D%2261%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23581900%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22rotate\\(95.2%20-26.7%20162\\)%20scale\\(76.85922%20183.88893\\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23f3f9ff%22%20cx%3D%2272%22%20cy%3D%2221%22%20rx%3D%22107%22%20ry%3D%2262%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23ffaa28%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22rotate\\(-105.6%20136.2%20-66.5\\)%20scale\\(69.63772%2059.38215\\)%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fg%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E)![Chinese New Year Cake Nian Gao Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png)\n\n## Allergy Friendly Steamed Rice Cake\nI am excited to share this particular recipe because *nian gao* is vegan, gluten-free, and **free of the top 9 allergens**, whoo-hoo\\!\n\nAnd I was thrilled to find out that my mom’s favorite [sweet rice flour by Koda Farms](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star&rh=n%3A16310101%2Cp_72%3A1248897011&dc=&ds=v1%3ABDqIvEu5X%2BXOxxYePOE4nl8vR5p6Z8Yy3BQ52pm7k7k&crid=1J2VQTG0ONE1A&qid=1735956541&rnid=1248895011&sprefix=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star%2Caps%2C193&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=ae46139b36e2f78d04aa2e45a948b8d2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEiIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxIDEiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiIHN0eWxlPSJmaWxsOiNjZmQ0ZGI7ZmlsbC1vcGFjaXR5OiAwLjE7Ii8+PC9zdmc+)![](https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=nufrwo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00GNHD60K) is produced in a rice only facility that is free of the top 8 allergens, gluten free, and GMO free. How awesome is that? Check out their [allergen statement](http:\/\/www.kodafarms.com\/gmo-free-gluten-free-allergen-statement\/ \"Koda Farm Allergen, GMO and Gluten statement\") just for the thrill of it. If you can’t find their rice flours in your local store, their website has instructions on how to mail order from them or you can order online via Amazon.\n\nA traditional recipe uses Chinese brown sugar bricks called [*pian tang*](https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=chinese+brown+sugar&safe=active&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=69DgUtOtF87joATfrICwBA&ved=0CAcQ_AUoAQ&biw=1241&bih=577 \"Chinese brown sugar bricks\") but brown sugar is an acceptable substitute that is readily available. My family loves this recipe so you can count on it to be delicious.\n\n## **Allergy Aware Warning:**\nChinese new year cakes might have peanut oil, almond extract, red bean paste, stewed pork belly, lotus seeds, egg yolk, milk, coconut, sesame, etc.. It’s best not to assume that all *nian gao* is vegan or allergen free and ask before consuming store-bought or other homemade versions.\n\n[![Chinese New Year Cake](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20width%3D%22300%22%20height%3D%22227%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20300%20227%22%3E%3Cfilter%20id%3D%22c%22%3E%3CfeGaussianBlur%20stdDeviation%3D%2255%22%20%2F%3E%3C%2Ffilter%3E%3Cpath%20fill%3D%22%23b3957d%22%20d%3D%22M0%200h300v226H0z%22%2F%3E%3Cg%20filter%3D%27url\\(%23c\\)%27%20fill-opacity%3D%27.5%27%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23832f00%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22matrix\\(-21.65682%2067.79156%20-112.86648%20-36.05655%20163%2081.8\\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23fbffff%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22matrix\\(-293.45849%20-46.12086%207.55894%20-48.09616%20137.5%20209.4\\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23e8fbfe%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22matrix\\(-28.37744%203.88723%20-13.12368%20-95.80523%2010.3%20148.7\\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%237f450f%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22rotate\\(-167.7%2086.1%2031.5\\)%20scale\\(88.51519%2048.21312\\)%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fg%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E)![Chinese New Year Cake](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-300x227.png)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake.png)\n\nEnjoy the Chinese New Year cake recipe and “*Gung Hay Fat Choy*!” May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and overflowing joy.\n\n**This recipe as written is vegan, gluten free, and free of the top 9 allergens.**\n\n![Chinese New Year steamed brown sugar cake with some oranges and lucky money envelopes](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,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)\n\n![Chinese New Year steamed brown sugar cake with some oranges and lucky money envelopes](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe-300x300.png)\n## Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe\nSharon Wong, NutFreeWok.com\n\nChinese New Year Cake \"Nian Gao\" is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly.\n\n[Print Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wprm_print\/chinese-new-year-cake-nian-gao-recipe)\n\n[Pin Recipe](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnutfreewok.com%2Fchinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fnutfreewok.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F01%2FChinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png&description=Chinese+New+Year+Cake+%22Nian+Gao%22+Recipe&is_video=false)\n\nPrep Time 10 minutes mins\n\nCook Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins\n\nTotal Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins\n\nCourse Dessert, Snack\n\nCuisine Chinese\n\nServings 16\n\nCalories 198 kcal\n\n### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x\n- 1 1\/2 cup dark brown sugar\n- 1 1\/2 cup water divided\n- 1 pound glutinous sweet rice flour Koda Farms is preferred, 1 box\n- 2 tablespoons olive oil or other neutral flavored vegetable oil plus 1\/2 teaspoon to oil a pie plate\n- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract\n\n### Instructions\n- Oil a pie plate or round cake pan with 1\/2 teaspoon of oil.\n- Be sure to check that your dish will fit inside the pot with the lid on. Add 1 1\/2 inch of water to a large pot with a tight fitting lid and a steamer rack and bring water to boil.\n- Measure 3\/4 cup water in a glass measuring cup, add brown sugar, and microwave for 1 minute until the sugar is dissolved.\n- Pour sweet rice flour into a large bowl, add the brown sugar water, 3\/4 cup of water, oil and vanilla extract.\n- Stir to combine until the rice mixture is smooth and free of lumps.\n- Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared pie plate and smooth out the top.\n- Set the cake inside the pot and steam for 1 1\/2 hours.\n- Check the water level of the pot periodically (avoid letting the condensation from the lid drip on the cake when lifting the lid) and replenish with hot water as necessary.\n- Allow the cake to cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, and the cake will be ready to serve the next day.\n\n### Notes\nFor this recipe, it’s important to be sure that your pot will be wide enough and tall enough to fit your cake pan or pie dish and have enough water in it to steam for 1 1\/2 hours. Refer to my post about steaming tips.\n\nNutrition facts are calculated automaticaly and are an estimate.\n\n### Nutrition\nCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0\\.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0\\.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 49mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 21mgIron: 0\\.3mg\n\nKeyword chinese new year cake, nian gao, sweet rice brown sugar cake\n\nTried this recipe?[Let us know](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment) how it was\\!\n## **Thanks for reading, please help Nut Free Wok\\!**\n**If you like this post or recipe, please be sure to give a 5 star rating, leave a comment, and share this post! Your support means a lot to me.**\n\nSubscribe to [Nut Free Wok’s email subscription](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/subscribe\/) (be sure to respond to the confirmation email). 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![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/375246a52933e978f4e603bb0eb3b0d2.jpg?ver=1775699267)\n   \n   **Curious** says:\n   \n   [March 23, 2022 at 9:56 am](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-600788)\n   \n   Hey, can i use glutionous rice flour instead of the sweet rice flour?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-600788)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [April 26, 2022 at 9:52 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-601692)\n      \n      Yes, they’re different names for the same product.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-601692)\n2. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/70706af01049fa51427759d9763ff2c0.jpg?ver=1775699266)\n   \n   **V** says:\n   \n   [February 7, 2021 at 8:23 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-500272)\n   \n   I followed your recipe and checked that the consistency was the same as your twt post and somehow I still messed it up. ? Mine came out okay on the bottom but dry\/ cracked towards the middle & top after 1.5 hours of steaming.  \n    Help!｡:ﾟ(;´∩\\`;)ﾟ:｡  \n    Do you cover yours while steaming? And how high is your temp while steaming??? I don’t know what I’m doing wrong!?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-500272)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [February 22, 2021 at 10:57 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-505132)\n      \n      I do cover the pot with a lid but I don’t cover the nian gao if that’s what you mean. I usually aim for medium temperature, just enough to have some extra steam come out but not too high so that the water runs out. I’ve made the recipe as is many times and haven’t experienced a dry or cracked nian gao…sorry I have no additional ideas.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-505132)\n3. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79b11744162c037f474466b067835e26.jpg?ver=1775699266)\n   \n   **Dissapointed Anonymous Guest** says:\n   \n   [February 3, 2019 at 5:29 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-384763)\n   \n   I followed this recipe to the dot and my dough ended up too dry and not the texture you would see from other nian gao recipe\/videos.. In what world does 1.5 cups of water and 1 pound of flour match up to a liquidy consistency?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-384763)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [February 13, 2019 at 12:50 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-384939)\n      \n      Hi DAG, thanks for the feedback. I made the recipe after reading your comment and it came out as expected. When I add 1.5 cups of sugar to 3\/4 cups of water to heat up, the volume actually goes up to nearly 2 cups and then I later add the remaining 3\/4 cups of water to the batter. I posted a video of [how the batter should look](https:\/\/twitter.com\/NutFreeWok\/status\/1095787016107679744) on Twitter, I hope that helps you for future reference.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-384939)\n4. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/e1d830c21cee13b7ccdce166c1bf3609.jpg?ver=1775699266)\n   \n   **Dr.swamy** says:\n   \n   [May 18, 2018 at 8:14 am](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-376050)\n   \n   The recipe is simple and easy. I made it for myChinese daughter in law when she came to India. Thank you  \n    Dr.swamy\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-376050)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [May 29, 2018 at 5:35 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-377702)\n      \n      That’s so thoughtful and kind of you! I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-377702)\n5. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/8c795935043abd10ad3a62fd90a194cf.jpg?ver=1775699266)\n   \n   **Martha** says:\n   \n   [February 2, 2018 at 1:30 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371421)\n   \n   How long will this last after it is put in pie pan and covered? Maybe a week or ????\n   \n   Thank You, Martha\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371421)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [February 4, 2018 at 5:24 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371490)\n      \n      It might get moldy after 3-4 days but we usually finish almost all of it before it spoils. 😉\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371490)\n6. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/3c73fff3351452311fbea5fa657942ea.jpg?ver=1775699266)\n   \n   **Sandee** says:\n   \n   [January 24, 2018 at 2:25 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371194)\n   \n   I just found your website and am very excited to try some of your recipes. I’m originally from Hawaii and I fee up eating these dishes\\!  \n    Have you ever made the gao in an Instant Pot? Wondering how long I would steam It?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371194)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [February 4, 2018 at 5:29 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371492)\n      \n      Hi Sandee, I’m so glad you found my site. That’s such a great idea to make the nian gao in the IP! I will try it and let you know. I have to find a large enough container that will also fit into the IP.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-371492)\n7. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/59c0794e47656050f67b638791f8533e.jpg?ver=1775716376)\n   \n   **[Jennifer Chung](http:\/\/www.allergicprincess.com\/)** says:\n   \n   [January 29, 2017 at 10:12 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-348434)\n   \n   Sharon, I can’t wait to try your recipe! My aunt pan-fried slices of Nian Gao at yesterday’s Chinese New Year dinner but I only got a few. I need more! And I can’t believe we only eat this once a year when it’s so delicious.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-348434)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [January 31, 2017 at 10:14 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-348623)\n      \n      I’m with you, I love pan-fried nian gao\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-348623)\n8. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/733a088f4268fb92f1421fded3b2ee99.jpg?ver=1775699266)\n   \n   **Helena** says:\n   \n   [February 18, 2016 at 12:18 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-333530)\n   \n   Sharon, I just made these for the first time (and actually halved the recipe). Who knew this was so easy? I made it just so we can pan fry with egg. A taste from my childhood that I’m sharing with my 12-year old (who loves it too). Thank you so much for sharing\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-333530)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **[Sharon Wong](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/)** says:\n      \n      [February 18, 2016 at 2:26 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-333537)\n      \n      Helena, I’m so glad you loved the recipe. I fried nian gao with egg this weekend too and forgot to take a picture for a recipe on how to make it. It’s really the best part of Chinese New Year, LOL! 😉 Thanks for your kind message, you made my day\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-333537)\n9. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n   \n   ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/147a0e7def26d25e53351c2de3d3130a.jpg?ver=1775721724)\n   \n   **[Alisa Fleming](http:\/\/www.godairyfree.org\/)** says:\n   \n   [January 5, 2015 at 8:46 am](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-260952)\n   \n   Sharon, this recipe is SO cool! I adore the flavor of brown sugar and can only imagine how amazing this must taste. Guess I should stop day-dreaming and get to the kitchen 🙂\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-260952)\n   1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n      \n      ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n      \n      **Sharon Wong** says:\n      \n      [January 5, 2015 at 10:04 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-261388)\n      \n      Alisa, it’s a fun recipe to make and eat and has a legend to go with it as well. The take home message is don’t try to eat it on the first day because it’ll be super sticky! Enjoy. 🙂\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-261388)\n10. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n    \n    ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/93ceaa48aaee056a535e19defb96fed3.jpg?ver=1775699265)\n    \n    **[Helene D'Souza](http:\/\/www.masalaherb.com\/)** says:\n    \n    [January 5, 2015 at 7:09 am](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-260911)\n    \n    When I saw this first, it reminded me of a Indian sweet jelly like cake called bebinca. The texture is similar but the ingredients are different (and the procedure is different). I am quite curious and wonder how your new years cake tastes. Thanks for sharing! 🙂\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-260911)\n    1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n       \n       ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n       \n       **Sharon Wong** says:\n       \n       [January 5, 2015 at 10:13 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-261392)\n       \n       Bebinca sounds like something I would like, thanks for mentioning it! “Nian Gao” is soft and chewy, like taffy the first day, like a gummy candy the second day, and it gradually hardens by the third day. When it’s too hard, I like to either re-steam it or pan fry it with an egg (like french toast) or plain. Enjoy\\!\n       \n       [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-261392)\n11. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n    \n    ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/a7a54a73580a9a77b07f48e6a177d687.jpg?ver=1775727128)\n    \n    **[Jeanette \\| Jeanette's Healthy Living](http:\/\/jeanetteshealthyliving.com\/)** says:\n    \n    [January 5, 2015 at 5:12 am](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-260886)\n    \n    I love nian gao – my mom used to make it when I was growing up too. I haven’t made it in years, but hopefully I’ll get to it this year.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-260886)\n    1. ![](data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==)\n       \n       ![](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/litespeed\/avatar\/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716)\n       \n       **Sharon Wong** says:\n       \n       [January 5, 2015 at 10:14 pm](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-261393)\n       \n       We’re both so lucky that our moms made Nian Gao for us when we were little. I think I’ll make one for my mom this year. 😉 Enjoy and happy new year, Jeanette\\!\n       \n       [Reply](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment-261393)\n\n- ![Sharon Wong in her kitchen](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20width%3D%22300%22%20height%3D%22225%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20300%20225%22%3E%3Cfilter%20id%3D%22b%22%3E%3CfeGaussianBlur%20stdDeviation%3D%2212%22%20%2F%3E%3C%2Ffilter%3E%3Cpath%20fill%3D%22%236a5234%22%20d%3D%22M0%200h300v225H0z%22%2F%3E%3Cg%20filter%3D%22url\\(%23b\\)%22%20transform%3D%22translate\\(.6%20.6\\)%20scale\\(1.17188\\)%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23001631%22%20cx%3D%22111%22%20cy%3D%22162%22%20rx%3D%2281%22%20ry%3D%2288%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23cf7d3e%22%20cx%3D%22239%22%20cy%3D%2252%22%20rx%3D%2275%22%20ry%3D%2279%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23ef9d5e%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22rotate\\(141.9%20-4.4%2039\\)%20scale\\(58.96437%2035.85801\\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%2396bb57%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22matrix\\(-.79461%2067.4746%20-24.28316%20-.28597%20241.9%20186\\)%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fg%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E)\n  \n  ![Sharon Wong in her kitchen](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_3558-edited-300x225.jpg)\n\nWelcome to Nut Free Wok, a blog about Allergy Aware Asian Fare. 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Gao” is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly.\n\n**Disclaimer:** Please check that all ingredients are suitable for your allergies and be sure to ask your medical care team regarding any allergy related questions (I do not share medical advice). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.\n\n## Chinese New Year Traditions\nRight after January 1st of each year, my parents spent almost every weekend preparing for Chinese New Year, now also referred to as Lunar New Year to include other Asian cultures that celebrate. My parents bought extra food, cleaned the house, and withdrew newly minted crisp dollar bills from the bank to fill red envelopes with “lucky money.” My cumulative memories of Chinese New Year include vases of beautiful pink quince blossoms on otherwise bare branches, tangerines with little red envelopes next to them, lots of candy and sweetened dried fruits, festive fire crackers and lively dragon dances.\n\nOne of the best parts of Chinese New Year for a child is to greet our elders with “*Gung Hay Fat Choy*” which means “May You Be Happy and Prosperous” in Cantonese and then receive red envelopes containing “lucky money.” I definitely felt lucky to grow up with a huge extended family with many family friends and definitely rich with tradition and fond memories.\n\n## Why Do We Eat Nian Gao During the Lunar New Year?\nMy mom always made a New Year cake, also known as *nian gao.* Even though the words *nian gao* mean “year cake,” the words sound like “year higher” and symbolize prosperity or promotion or children growing taller.\n\nSince I first started blogging, I have shared other recipes that are appropriate for Lunar New Year celebrations.\n\n- [Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/) – a steamed glutinous rice cake dessert\n- [Pan Fried Nian Gao, a Lunar New Year Dessert Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/pan-fried-nian-gao\/) – make this when your sweet and sticky nian gao feels hard, pan frying it will make it soft and sticky again, with a little bit of carmelization.\n- [Rice Ovalettes with Pork and Vegetables Stir Fry Recipe (Chao Nian Gao)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/rice-ovalettes-pork-vegetables-stir-fry-recipe-chao-nian-gao\/) – a savory stir fry\n- [Chinese Style Steamed Fish & Chinese New Year](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-style-steamed-fish\/) – fresh steamed whole fish\n- [Delicious Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Soup Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/delicious-red-bean-soup-with-black-glutinous-rice-dessert\/) – this dessert soup is considered lucky\n- [Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Dumplings (Potstickers)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/pork-shrimp-dumplings\/) – great appetizer\n- [Chinese Potstickers with Napa Cabbage Carrot Soup & Crazy Cuizine Review](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-potstickers-with-napa-cabbage-carrot-soup-crazy-cuizine-review\/) – use frozen potstickers to make soup\n- [Make Chicken Potstickers From Scratch Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/make-chicken-potstickers-from-scratch-recipe\/) – chicken potstickers\n- [Chinese Potstickers Recipe: Pork & Napa Cabbage](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-potstickers-recipe-pork-napa-cabbage\/) – shrimp free potstickers\n- [Dim Sum: Turnip Cake](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/dim-sum-turnip-cake\/) – a savory steamed rice cake that is pan fried until crispy\n- [“Bok Cheet Gai” Slow Cooker Chinese White Cut Chicken](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/bok-cheet-gai-slow-cooker-chinese-white-cut-chicken\/) – poach chicken in a slow cooker\n- [Cantonese-Style Poached Chicken Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/cantonese-style-poached-chicken-recipe\/) – this is the stovetop version of a poached chicken\n- [Easy & Low-Fat Chinese Salt and Pepper Garlic Shrimp Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-salt-pepper-garlic-shrimp\/) – shrimp is an auspicious ingredient\n- [Happiness is a Shrimp Stir Fry with Spring Vegetables Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/shrimp-spring-vegetables-stir-fry\/) – a shrimp stir-fry\n- [Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are Easy to Make, Fun to Eat](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/asian-chicken-lettuce-wraps\/) – lettuce represents abundance\n- [Stir Fried Iceberg Lettuce with Oyster Sauce](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/stir-fried-iceberg-lettuce-oyster-sauce\/) – a simple stir-fry side dish\n- [Wagyu Sausage Lettuce Wrap](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wagyu-sausage-lettuce-wrap\/) – lettuce is symbolizes prosperity\n- [Make Beautiful Lettuce Cups for Lettuce Wraps](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/make-beautiful-lettuce-cups-for-lettuce-wraps\/)\n- [Nut Free Chinese New Year Vegetable Stew “Jai” Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/nut-free-chinese-new-year-vegetable-stew-jai-recipe\/) – a Cantonese vegetable stew with many auspicious ingredients\n## How to Make Nian Gao\nMy mom stirred sweet rice flour into a pot of boiling hot brown sugar simple syrup, plopped the gooey mass into a stainless steel bowl lined with bamboo leaves, and steamed it for hours until the windows fogged up with condensation.\n\nShe made it a day or two before Chinese New Year but we couldn’t eat it until then, which was just as well because the *nian gao* was way too sticky to cut, serve, touch or eat on the first day. Each day the cake became a little less sticky and a little more firm, until it was too dry and too hard, at which point my mom would either steam the cake again, [pan fry slices in oil, or dip slices in egg and pan fry them like french toast.](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/pan-fried-nian-gao\/)\n\nBecause you will need to steam this dessert for 90 minutes, it’s important to check that your pot is wide enough to hold the cake pan with some clearance for you to lower the pan into the pot without touching the sides of your pot.\n\nAnd because the steam time is so long, you also need to have enough water to steam for 90 minutes, a tall steaming rack, and enough clearance to put a lid on the pot. I highly recommend a [plate lifter.](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=plate+lifter&i=garden&rh=n%3A1055398%2Cp_72%3A1248915011%2Cp_85%3A2470955011&dc=&ds=v1%3AOCaGGYgKv1%2BRLjU2iaQZ9m8w6s9ofgykR2DWvUOEuXU&crid=2P6DNLTE16TMY&qid=1735956373&rnid=2470954011&sprefix=plate+lifter%2Caps%2C260&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=5b663acb9399bbd133bf9dc1ef4aaed0&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) See my post about [Steamy Cooking Tips: How to Steam Chinese Recipes](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/steamy-cooking-tips-how-to-steam\/).\n\n[![Chinese New Year Cake Nian Gao Recipe](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png)\n\n## Allergy Friendly Steamed Rice Cake\nI am excited to share this particular recipe because *nian gao* is vegan, gluten-free, and **free of the top 9 allergens**, whoo-hoo\\!\n\nAnd I was thrilled to find out that my mom’s favorite [sweet rice flour by Koda Farms](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star&rh=n%3A16310101%2Cp_72%3A1248897011&dc=&ds=v1%3ABDqIvEu5X%2BXOxxYePOE4nl8vR5p6Z8Yy3BQ52pm7k7k&crid=1J2VQTG0ONE1A&qid=1735956541&rnid=1248895011&sprefix=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star%2Caps%2C193&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=ae46139b36e2f78d04aa2e45a948b8d2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)![](https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=nufrwo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00GNHD60K) is produced in a rice only facility that is free of the top 8 allergens, gluten free, and GMO free. How awesome is that? Check out their [allergen statement](http:\/\/www.kodafarms.com\/gmo-free-gluten-free-allergen-statement\/ \"Koda Farm Allergen, GMO and Gluten statement\") just for the thrill of it. If you can’t find their rice flours in your local store, their website has instructions on how to mail order from them or you can order online via Amazon.\n\nA traditional recipe uses Chinese brown sugar bricks called [*pian tang*](https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=chinese+brown+sugar&safe=active&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=69DgUtOtF87joATfrICwBA&ved=0CAcQ_AUoAQ&biw=1241&bih=577 \"Chinese brown sugar bricks\") but brown sugar is an acceptable substitute that is readily available. My family loves this recipe so you can count on it to be delicious.\n\n## **Allergy Aware Warning:**\nChinese new year cakes might have peanut oil, almond extract, red bean paste, stewed pork belly, lotus seeds, egg yolk, milk, coconut, sesame, etc.. It’s best not to assume that all *nian gao* is vegan or allergen free and ask before consuming store-bought or other homemade versions.\n\n[![Chinese New Year Cake](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-300x227.png)](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake.png)\n\nEnjoy the Chinese New Year cake recipe and “*Gung Hay Fat Choy*!” May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and overflowing joy.\n\n**This recipe as written is vegan, gluten free, and free of the top 9 allergens.**\n\n![Chinese New Year steamed brown sugar cake with some oranges and lucky money envelopes](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe-300x300.png)\n\nSharon Wong, NutFreeWok.com\n\nChinese New Year Cake \"Nian Gao\" is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly.\n\nPrep Time 10 minutes\n\nCook Time 1 hour  30 minutes\n\nTotal Time 1 hour  40 minutes\n\nCourse Dessert, Snack\n\nCuisine Chinese\n\nServings 16\n\nCalories 198 kcal\n\n- 1 1\/2 cup dark brown sugar\n- 1 1\/2 cup water divided\n- 1 pound glutinous sweet rice flour Koda Farms is preferred, 1 box\n- 2 tablespoons olive oil or other neutral flavored vegetable oil plus 1\/2 teaspoon to oil a pie plate\n- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract\n\n- Oil a pie plate or round cake pan with 1\/2 teaspoon of oil.\n- Be sure to check that your dish will fit inside the pot with the lid on. Add 1 1\/2 inch of water to a large pot with a tight fitting lid and a steamer rack and bring water to boil.\n- Measure 3\/4 cup water in a glass measuring cup, add brown sugar, and microwave for 1 minute until the sugar is dissolved.\n- Pour sweet rice flour into a large bowl, add the brown sugar water, 3\/4 cup of water, oil and vanilla extract.\n- Stir to combine until the rice mixture is smooth and free of lumps.\n- Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared pie plate and smooth out the top.\n- Set the cake inside the pot and steam for 1 1\/2 hours.\n- Check the water level of the pot periodically (avoid letting the condensation from the lid drip on the cake when lifting the lid) and replenish with hot water as necessary.\n- Allow the cake to cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, and the cake will be ready to serve the next day.\n\nFor this recipe, it’s important to be sure that your pot will be wide enough and tall enough to fit your cake pan or pie dish and have enough water in it to steam for 1 1\/2 hours. Refer to my post about steaming tips.\n\nNutrition facts are calculated automaticaly and are an estimate.\n\nCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0\\.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0\\.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 49mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 21mgIron: 0\\.3mg\n\nKeyword chinese new year cake, nian gao, sweet rice brown sugar cake\n\n[Let us know](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe\/#comment) how it was\\!\n## **Thanks for reading, please help Nut Free Wok\\!**\n**If you like this post or recipe, please be sure to give a 5 star rating, leave a comment, and share this post! Your support means a lot to me.**\n\nSubscribe to [Nut Free Wok’s email subscription](https:\/\/nutfreewok.com\/subscribe\/) (be sure to respond to the confirmation email). 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Boilerpipe Text	Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly. Disclaimer: Please check that all ingredients are suitable for your allergies and be sure to ask your medical care team regarding any allergy related questions (I do not share medical advice). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Chinese New Year Traditions Right after January 1st of each year, my parents spent almost every weekend preparing for Chinese New Year, now also referred to as Lunar New Year to include other Asian cultures that celebrate. My parents bought extra food, cleaned the house, and withdrew newly minted crisp dollar bills from the bank to fill red envelopes with “lucky money.” My cumulative memories of Chinese New Year include vases of beautiful pink quince blossoms on otherwise bare branches, tangerines with little red envelopes next to them, lots of candy and sweetened dried fruits, festive fire crackers and lively dragon dances. One of the best parts of Chinese New Year for a child is to greet our elders with “ Gung Hay Fat Choy ” which means “May You Be Happy and Prosperous” in Cantonese and then receive red envelopes containing “lucky money.” I definitely felt lucky to grow up with a huge extended family with many family friends and definitely rich with tradition and fond memories. Why Do We Eat Nian Gao During the Lunar New Year? My mom always made a New Year cake, also known as nian gao. Even though the words nian gao mean “year cake,” the words sound like “year higher” and symbolize prosperity or promotion or children growing taller. Since I first started blogging, I have shared other recipes that are appropriate for Lunar New Year celebrations. Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe – a steamed glutinous rice cake dessert Pan Fried Nian Gao, a Lunar New Year Dessert Recipe – make this when your sweet and sticky nian gao feels hard, pan frying it will make it soft and sticky again, with a little bit of carmelization. Rice Ovalettes with Pork and Vegetables Stir Fry Recipe (Chao Nian Gao) – a savory stir fry Chinese Style Steamed Fish & Chinese New Year – fresh steamed whole fish Delicious Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Soup Recipe – this dessert soup is considered lucky Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Dumplings (Potstickers) – great appetizer Chinese Potstickers with Napa Cabbage Carrot Soup & Crazy Cuizine Review – use frozen potstickers to make soup Make Chicken Potstickers From Scratch Recipe – chicken potstickers Chinese Potstickers Recipe: Pork & Napa Cabbage – shrimp free potstickers Dim Sum: Turnip Cake – a savory steamed rice cake that is pan fried until crispy “Bok Cheet Gai” Slow Cooker Chinese White Cut Chicken – poach chicken in a slow cooker Cantonese-Style Poached Chicken Recipe – this is the stovetop version of a poached chicken Easy & Low-Fat Chinese Salt and Pepper Garlic Shrimp Recipe – shrimp is an auspicious ingredient Happiness is a Shrimp Stir Fry with Spring Vegetables Recipe – a shrimp stir-fry Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are Easy to Make, Fun to Eat – lettuce represents abundance Stir Fried Iceberg Lettuce with Oyster Sauce – a simple stir-fry side dish Wagyu Sausage Lettuce Wrap – lettuce is symbolizes prosperity Make Beautiful Lettuce Cups for Lettuce Wraps Nut Free Chinese New Year Vegetable Stew “Jai” Recipe – a Cantonese vegetable stew with many auspicious ingredients How to Make Nian Gao My mom stirred sweet rice flour into a pot of boiling hot brown sugar simple syrup, plopped the gooey mass into a stainless steel bowl lined with bamboo leaves, and steamed it for hours until the windows fogged up with condensation. She made it a day or two before Chinese New Year but we couldn’t eat it until then, which was just as well because the nian gao was way too sticky to cut, serve, touch or eat on the first day. Each day the cake became a little less sticky and a little more firm, until it was too dry and too hard, at which point my mom would either steam the cake again, pan fry slices in oil, or dip slices in egg and pan fry them like french toast. Because you will need to steam this dessert for 90 minutes, it’s important to check that your pot is wide enough to hold the cake pan with some clearance for you to lower the pan into the pot without touching the sides of your pot. And because the steam time is so long, you also need to have enough water to steam for 90 minutes, a tall steaming rack, and enough clearance to put a lid on the pot. I highly recommend a plate lifter. See my post about Steamy Cooking Tips: How to Steam Chinese Recipes . Allergy Friendly Steamed Rice Cake I am excited to share this particular recipe because nian gao is vegan, gluten-free, and free of the top 9 allergens , whoo-hoo! And I was thrilled to find out that my mom’s favorite sweet rice flour by Koda Farms is produced in a rice only facility that is free of the top 8 allergens, gluten free, and GMO free. How awesome is that? Check out their allergen statement just for the thrill of it. If you can’t find their rice flours in your local store, their website has instructions on how to mail order from them or you can order online via Amazon. A traditional recipe uses Chinese brown sugar bricks called pian tang but brown sugar is an acceptable substitute that is readily available. My family loves this recipe so you can count on it to be delicious. Allergy Aware Warning: Chinese new year cakes might have peanut oil, almond extract, red bean paste, stewed pork belly, lotus seeds, egg yolk, milk, coconut, sesame, etc.. It’s best not to assume that all nian gao is vegan or allergen free and ask before consuming store-bought or other homemade versions. Enjoy the Chinese New Year cake recipe and “ Gung Hay Fat Choy !” May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and overflowing joy. This recipe as written is vegan, gluten free, and free of the top 9 allergens. Sharon Wong, NutFreeWok.com Chinese New Year Cake "Nian Gao" is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly. Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes Course Dessert, Snack Cuisine Chinese Servings 16 Calories 198 kcal 1 1/2 cup dark brown sugar 1 1/2 cup water divided 1 pound glutinous sweet rice flour Koda Farms is preferred, 1 box 2 tablespoons olive oil or other neutral flavored vegetable oil plus 1/2 teaspoon to oil a pie plate 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Oil a pie plate or round cake pan with 1/2 teaspoon of oil. Be sure to check that your dish will fit inside the pot with the lid on. Add 1 1/2 inch of water to a large pot with a tight fitting lid and a steamer rack and bring water to boil. Measure 3/4 cup water in a glass measuring cup, add brown sugar, and microwave for 1 minute until the sugar is dissolved. Pour sweet rice flour into a large bowl, add the brown sugar water, 3/4 cup of water, oil and vanilla extract. Stir to combine until the rice mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared pie plate and smooth out the top. Set the cake inside the pot and steam for 1 1/2 hours. Check the water level of the pot periodically (avoid letting the condensation from the lid drip on the cake when lifting the lid) and replenish with hot water as necessary. Allow the cake to cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, and the cake will be ready to serve the next day. For this recipe, it’s important to be sure that your pot will be wide enough and tall enough to fit your cake pan or pie dish and have enough water in it to steam for 1 1/2 hours. Refer to my post about steaming tips. Nutrition facts are calculated automaticaly and are an estimate. Calories: 198 kcal Carbohydrates: 43 g Protein: 2 g Fat: 2 g Saturated Fat: 0.4 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3 g Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g Sodium: 7 mg Potassium: 49 mg Fiber: 1 g Sugar: 20 g Calcium: 21 mg Iron: 0.3 mg Keyword chinese new year cake, nian gao, sweet rice brown sugar cake Let us know how it was! Thanks for reading, please help Nut Free Wok! If you like this post or recipe, please be sure to give a 5 star rating, leave a comment, and share this post! Your support means a lot to me. Subscribe to Nut Free Wok’s email subscription (be sure to respond to the confirmation email). You will be notified by email next time I publish another post or recipe and I won’t send you spam or share your email address with anyone. Disclosure/Disclaimer: I may mention the names of stores and/or brand names of products that I use because readers ask and I share products and sources which I use and think may be helpful to readers, all opinions are my own. 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This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly. [Jump to Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#recipe) Disclaimer: Please check that all ingredients are suitable for your allergies and be sure to ask your medical care team regarding any allergy related questions (I do not share medical advice). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. ## Chinese New Year Traditions Right after January 1st of each year, my parents spent almost every weekend preparing for Chinese New Year, now also referred to as Lunar New Year to include other Asian cultures that celebrate. My parents bought extra food, cleaned the house, and withdrew newly minted crisp dollar bills from the bank to fill red envelopes with “lucky money.” My cumulative memories of Chinese New Year include vases of beautiful pink quince blossoms on otherwise bare branches, tangerines with little red envelopes next to them, lots of candy and sweetened dried fruits, festive fire crackers and lively dragon dances. One of the best parts of Chinese New Year for a child is to greet our elders with “Gung Hay Fat Choy” which means “May You Be Happy and Prosperous” in Cantonese and then receive red envelopes containing “lucky money.” I definitely felt lucky to grow up with a huge extended family with many family friends and definitely rich with tradition and fond memories. ## Why Do We Eat Nian Gao During the Lunar New Year? My mom always made a New Year cake, also known as nian gao. Even though the words nian gao mean “year cake,” the words sound like “year higher” and symbolize prosperity or promotion or children growing taller. Since I first started blogging, I have shared other recipes that are appropriate for Lunar New Year celebrations. - [Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/) – a steamed glutinous rice cake dessert - [Pan Fried Nian Gao, a Lunar New Year Dessert Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/pan-fried-nian-gao/) – make this when your sweet and sticky nian gao feels hard, pan frying it will make it soft and sticky again, with a little bit of carmelization. - [Rice Ovalettes with Pork and Vegetables Stir Fry Recipe (Chao Nian Gao)](https://nutfreewok.com/rice-ovalettes-pork-vegetables-stir-fry-recipe-chao-nian-gao/) – a savory stir fry - [Chinese Style Steamed Fish & Chinese New Year](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-style-steamed-fish/) – fresh steamed whole fish - [Delicious Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Soup Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/delicious-red-bean-soup-with-black-glutinous-rice-dessert/) – this dessert soup is considered lucky - [Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Dumplings (Potstickers)](https://nutfreewok.com/pork-shrimp-dumplings/) – great appetizer - [Chinese Potstickers with Napa Cabbage Carrot Soup & Crazy Cuizine Review](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-potstickers-with-napa-cabbage-carrot-soup-crazy-cuizine-review/) – use frozen potstickers to make soup - [Make Chicken Potstickers From Scratch Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/make-chicken-potstickers-from-scratch-recipe/) – chicken potstickers - [Chinese Potstickers Recipe: Pork & Napa Cabbage](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-potstickers-recipe-pork-napa-cabbage/) – shrimp free potstickers - [Dim Sum: Turnip Cake](https://nutfreewok.com/dim-sum-turnip-cake/) – a savory steamed rice cake that is pan fried until crispy - [“Bok Cheet Gai” Slow Cooker Chinese White Cut Chicken](https://nutfreewok.com/bok-cheet-gai-slow-cooker-chinese-white-cut-chicken/) – poach chicken in a slow cooker - [Cantonese-Style Poached Chicken Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/cantonese-style-poached-chicken-recipe/) – this is the stovetop version of a poached chicken - [Easy & Low-Fat Chinese Salt and Pepper Garlic Shrimp Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-salt-pepper-garlic-shrimp/) – shrimp is an auspicious ingredient - [Happiness is a Shrimp Stir Fry with Spring Vegetables Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/shrimp-spring-vegetables-stir-fry/) – a shrimp stir-fry - [Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are Easy to Make, Fun to Eat](https://nutfreewok.com/asian-chicken-lettuce-wraps/) – lettuce represents abundance - [Stir Fried Iceberg Lettuce with Oyster Sauce](https://nutfreewok.com/stir-fried-iceberg-lettuce-oyster-sauce/) – a simple stir-fry side dish - [Wagyu Sausage Lettuce Wrap](https://nutfreewok.com/wagyu-sausage-lettuce-wrap/) – lettuce is symbolizes prosperity - [Make Beautiful Lettuce Cups for Lettuce Wraps](https://nutfreewok.com/make-beautiful-lettuce-cups-for-lettuce-wraps/) - [Nut Free Chinese New Year Vegetable Stew “Jai” Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/nut-free-chinese-new-year-vegetable-stew-jai-recipe/) – a Cantonese vegetable stew with many auspicious ingredients ## How to Make Nian Gao My mom stirred sweet rice flour into a pot of boiling hot brown sugar simple syrup, plopped the gooey mass into a stainless steel bowl lined with bamboo leaves, and steamed it for hours until the windows fogged up with condensation. She made it a day or two before Chinese New Year but we couldn’t eat it until then, which was just as well because the nian gao was way too sticky to cut, serve, touch or eat on the first day. Each day the cake became a little less sticky and a little more firm, until it was too dry and too hard, at which point my mom would either steam the cake again, [pan fry slices in oil, or dip slices in egg and pan fry them like french toast.](https://nutfreewok.com/pan-fried-nian-gao/) Because you will need to steam this dessert for 90 minutes, it’s important to check that your pot is wide enough to hold the cake pan with some clearance for you to lower the pan into the pot without touching the sides of your pot. And because the steam time is so long, you also need to have enough water to steam for 90 minutes, a tall steaming rack, and enough clearance to put a lid on the pot. I highly recommend a [plate lifter.](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=plate+lifter&i=garden&rh=n%3A1055398%2Cp_72%3A1248915011%2Cp_85%3A2470955011&dc=&ds=v1%3AOCaGGYgKv1%2BRLjU2iaQZ9m8w6s9ofgykR2DWvUOEuXU&crid=2P6DNLTE16TMY&qid=1735956373&rnid=2470954011&sprefix=plate+lifter%2Caps%2C260&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=5b663acb9399bbd133bf9dc1ef4aaed0&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) See my post about [Steamy Cooking Tips: How to Steam Chinese Recipes](https://nutfreewok.com/steamy-cooking-tips-how-to-steam/). [![Chinese New Year Cake Nian Gao Recipe](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20width%3D%22800%22%20height%3D%22800%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20800%20800%22%3E%3Cfilter%20id%3D%22b%22%3E%3CfeGaussianBlur%20stdDeviation%3D%2212%22%20%2F%3E%3C%2Ffilter%3E%3Cpath%20fill%3D%22%23ae7e5d%22%20d%3D%22M0%200h800v800H0z%22%2F%3E%3Cg%20filter%3D%22url\(%23b\)%22%20transform%3D%22translate\(1.6%201.6\)%20scale\(3.125\)%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23fff%22%20cx%3D%2284%22%20cy%3D%2243%22%20rx%3D%22134%22%20ry%3D%2261%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23581900%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22rotate\(95.2%20-26.7%20162\)%20scale\(76.85922%20183.88893\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23f3f9ff%22%20cx%3D%2272%22%20cy%3D%2221%22%20rx%3D%22107%22%20ry%3D%2262%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23ffaa28%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22rotate\(-105.6%20136.2%20-66.5\)%20scale\(69.63772%2059.38215\)%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fg%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E)![Chinese New Year Cake Nian Gao Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png)](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png) ## Allergy Friendly Steamed Rice Cake I am excited to share this particular recipe because nian gao is vegan, gluten-free, and free of the top 9 allergens, whoo-hoo\! And I was thrilled to find out that my mom’s favorite [sweet rice flour by Koda Farms](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star&rh=n%3A16310101%2Cp_72%3A1248897011&dc=&ds=v1%3ABDqIvEu5X%2BXOxxYePOE4nl8vR5p6Z8Yy3BQ52pm7k7k&crid=1J2VQTG0ONE1A&qid=1735956541&rnid=1248895011&sprefix=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star%2Caps%2C193&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=ae46139b36e2f78d04aa2e45a948b8d2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEiIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxIDEiPjxyZWN0IHdpZHRoPSIxMDAlIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwMCUiIHN0eWxlPSJmaWxsOiNjZmQ0ZGI7ZmlsbC1vcGFjaXR5OiAwLjE7Ii8+PC9zdmc+)![](https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=nufrwo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00GNHD60K) is produced in a rice only facility that is free of the top 8 allergens, gluten free, and GMO free. How awesome is that? Check out their [allergen statement](http://www.kodafarms.com/gmo-free-gluten-free-allergen-statement/ "Koda Farm Allergen, GMO and Gluten statement") just for the thrill of it. If you can’t find their rice flours in your local store, their website has instructions on how to mail order from them or you can order online via Amazon. A traditional recipe uses Chinese brown sugar bricks called [pian tang](https://www.google.com/search?q=chinese+brown+sugar&safe=active&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=69DgUtOtF87joATfrICwBA&ved=0CAcQ_AUoAQ&biw=1241&bih=577 "Chinese brown sugar bricks") but brown sugar is an acceptable substitute that is readily available. My family loves this recipe so you can count on it to be delicious. ## Allergy Aware Warning: Chinese new year cakes might have peanut oil, almond extract, red bean paste, stewed pork belly, lotus seeds, egg yolk, milk, coconut, sesame, etc.. It’s best not to assume that all nian gao is vegan or allergen free and ask before consuming store-bought or other homemade versions. [![Chinese New Year Cake](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20width%3D%22300%22%20height%3D%22227%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20300%20227%22%3E%3Cfilter%20id%3D%22c%22%3E%3CfeGaussianBlur%20stdDeviation%3D%2255%22%20%2F%3E%3C%2Ffilter%3E%3Cpath%20fill%3D%22%23b3957d%22%20d%3D%22M0%200h300v226H0z%22%2F%3E%3Cg%20filter%3D%27url\(%23c\)%27%20fill-opacity%3D%27.5%27%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23832f00%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22matrix\(-21.65682%2067.79156%20-112.86648%20-36.05655%20163%2081.8\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23fbffff%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22matrix\(-293.45849%20-46.12086%207.55894%20-48.09616%20137.5%20209.4\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%23e8fbfe%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22matrix\(-28.37744%203.88723%20-13.12368%20-95.80523%2010.3%20148.7\)%22%2F%3E%3Cellipse%20fill%3D%22%237f450f%22%20fill-opacity%3D%22.5%22%20rx%3D%221%22%20ry%3D%221%22%20transform%3D%22rotate\(-167.7%2086.1%2031.5\)%20scale\(88.51519%2048.21312\)%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fg%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E)![Chinese New Year Cake](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-300x227.png)](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake.png) Enjoy the Chinese New Year cake recipe and “Gung Hay Fat Choy!” May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and overflowing joy. This recipe as written is vegan, gluten free, and free of the top 9 allergens. ![Chinese New Year steamed brown sugar cake with some oranges and lucky money envelopes](data:image/svg+xml;base64,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) ![Chinese New Year steamed brown sugar cake with some oranges and lucky money envelopes](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe-300x300.png) ## Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe Sharon Wong, NutFreeWok.com Chinese New Year Cake "Nian Gao" is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly. [Print Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/wprm_print/chinese-new-year-cake-nian-gao-recipe) [Pin Recipe](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnutfreewok.com%2Fchinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fnutfreewok.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F01%2FChinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png&description=Chinese+New+Year+Cake+%22Nian+Gao%22+Recipe&is_video=false) Prep Time 10 minutes mins Cook Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins Total Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins Course Dessert, Snack Cuisine Chinese Servings 16 Calories 198 kcal ### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x - 1 1/2 cup dark brown sugar - 1 1/2 cup water divided - 1 pound glutinous sweet rice flour Koda Farms is preferred, 1 box - 2 tablespoons olive oil or other neutral flavored vegetable oil plus 1/2 teaspoon to oil a pie plate - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ### Instructions - Oil a pie plate or round cake pan with 1/2 teaspoon of oil. - Be sure to check that your dish will fit inside the pot with the lid on. Add 1 1/2 inch of water to a large pot with a tight fitting lid and a steamer rack and bring water to boil. - Measure 3/4 cup water in a glass measuring cup, add brown sugar, and microwave for 1 minute until the sugar is dissolved. - Pour sweet rice flour into a large bowl, add the brown sugar water, 3/4 cup of water, oil and vanilla extract. - Stir to combine until the rice mixture is smooth and free of lumps. - Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared pie plate and smooth out the top. - Set the cake inside the pot and steam for 1 1/2 hours. - Check the water level of the pot periodically (avoid letting the condensation from the lid drip on the cake when lifting the lid) and replenish with hot water as necessary. - Allow the cake to cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, and the cake will be ready to serve the next day. ### Notes For this recipe, it’s important to be sure that your pot will be wide enough and tall enough to fit your cake pan or pie dish and have enough water in it to steam for 1 1/2 hours. Refer to my post about steaming tips. Nutrition facts are calculated automaticaly and are an estimate. ### Nutrition Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0\.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0\.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 49mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 21mgIron: 0\.3mg Keyword chinese new year cake, nian gao, sweet rice brown sugar cake Tried this recipe?[Let us know](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment) how it was\! ## Thanks for reading, please help Nut Free Wok\! If you like this post or recipe, please be sure to give a 5 star rating, leave a comment, and share this post! Your support means a lot to me. Subscribe to [Nut Free Wok’s email subscription](https://nutfreewok.com/subscribe/) (be sure to respond to the confirmation email). 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[Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-600788) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [April 26, 2022 at 9:52 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-601692) Yes, they’re different names for the same product. [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-601692) 2. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/70706af01049fa51427759d9763ff2c0.jpg?ver=1775699266) V says: [February 7, 2021 at 8:23 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-500272) I followed your recipe and checked that the consistency was the same as your twt post and somehow I still messed it up. ? Mine came out okay on the bottom but dry/ cracked towards the middle & top after 1.5 hours of steaming. Help!｡:ﾟ(;´∩\`;)ﾟ:｡ Do you cover yours while steaming? And how high is your temp while steaming??? I don’t know what I’m doing wrong!? [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-500272) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [February 22, 2021 at 10:57 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-505132) I do cover the pot with a lid but I don’t cover the nian gao if that’s what you mean. I usually aim for medium temperature, just enough to have some extra steam come out but not too high so that the water runs out. I’ve made the recipe as is many times and haven’t experienced a dry or cracked nian gao…sorry I have no additional ideas. [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-505132) 3. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79b11744162c037f474466b067835e26.jpg?ver=1775699266) Dissapointed Anonymous Guest says: [February 3, 2019 at 5:29 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-384763) I followed this recipe to the dot and my dough ended up too dry and not the texture you would see from other nian gao recipe/videos.. In what world does 1.5 cups of water and 1 pound of flour match up to a liquidy consistency? [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-384763) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [February 13, 2019 at 12:50 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-384939) Hi DAG, thanks for the feedback. I made the recipe after reading your comment and it came out as expected. When I add 1.5 cups of sugar to 3/4 cups of water to heat up, the volume actually goes up to nearly 2 cups and then I later add the remaining 3/4 cups of water to the batter. I posted a video of [how the batter should look](https://twitter.com/NutFreeWok/status/1095787016107679744) on Twitter, I hope that helps you for future reference. [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-384939) 4. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/e1d830c21cee13b7ccdce166c1bf3609.jpg?ver=1775699266) Dr.swamy says: [May 18, 2018 at 8:14 am](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-376050) The recipe is simple and easy. I made it for myChinese daughter in law when she came to India. Thank you Dr.swamy [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-376050) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [May 29, 2018 at 5:35 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-377702) That’s so thoughtful and kind of you! I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe. [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-377702) 5. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/8c795935043abd10ad3a62fd90a194cf.jpg?ver=1775699266) Martha says: [February 2, 2018 at 1:30 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371421) How long will this last after it is put in pie pan and covered? Maybe a week or ???? Thank You, Martha [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371421) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [February 4, 2018 at 5:24 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371490) It might get moldy after 3-4 days but we usually finish almost all of it before it spoils. 😉 [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371490) 6. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/3c73fff3351452311fbea5fa657942ea.jpg?ver=1775699266) Sandee says: [January 24, 2018 at 2:25 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371194) I just found your website and am very excited to try some of your recipes. I’m originally from Hawaii and I fee up eating these dishes\! Have you ever made the gao in an Instant Pot? Wondering how long I would steam It? [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371194) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [February 4, 2018 at 5:29 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371492) Hi Sandee, I’m so glad you found my site. That’s such a great idea to make the nian gao in the IP! I will try it and let you know. I have to find a large enough container that will also fit into the IP. [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-371492) 7. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/59c0794e47656050f67b638791f8533e.jpg?ver=1775716376) [Jennifer Chung](http://www.allergicprincess.com/) says: [January 29, 2017 at 10:12 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-348434) Sharon, I can’t wait to try your recipe! My aunt pan-fried slices of Nian Gao at yesterday’s Chinese New Year dinner but I only got a few. I need more! And I can’t believe we only eat this once a year when it’s so delicious. [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-348434) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [January 31, 2017 at 10:14 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-348623) I’m with you, I love pan-fried nian gao\! [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-348623) 8. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/733a088f4268fb92f1421fded3b2ee99.jpg?ver=1775699266) Helena says: [February 18, 2016 at 12:18 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-333530) Sharon, I just made these for the first time (and actually halved the recipe). Who knew this was so easy? I made it just so we can pan fry with egg. A taste from my childhood that I’m sharing with my 12-year old (who loves it too). Thank you so much for sharing\! [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-333530) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) [Sharon Wong](https://nutfreewok.com/) says: [February 18, 2016 at 2:26 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-333537) Helena, I’m so glad you loved the recipe. I fried nian gao with egg this weekend too and forgot to take a picture for a recipe on how to make it. It’s really the best part of Chinese New Year, LOL! 😉 Thanks for your kind message, you made my day\! [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-333537) 9. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/147a0e7def26d25e53351c2de3d3130a.jpg?ver=1775721724) [Alisa Fleming](http://www.godairyfree.org/) says: [January 5, 2015 at 8:46 am](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-260952) Sharon, this recipe is SO cool! I adore the flavor of brown sugar and can only imagine how amazing this must taste. Guess I should stop day-dreaming and get to the kitchen 🙂 [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-260952) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) Sharon Wong says: [January 5, 2015 at 10:04 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-261388) Alisa, it’s a fun recipe to make and eat and has a legend to go with it as well. The take home message is don’t try to eat it on the first day because it’ll be super sticky! Enjoy. 🙂 [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-261388) 10. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/93ceaa48aaee056a535e19defb96fed3.jpg?ver=1775699265) [Helene D'Souza](http://www.masalaherb.com/) says: [January 5, 2015 at 7:09 am](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-260911) When I saw this first, it reminded me of a Indian sweet jelly like cake called bebinca. The texture is similar but the ingredients are different (and the procedure is different). I am quite curious and wonder how your new years cake tastes. Thanks for sharing! 🙂 [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-260911) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) Sharon Wong says: [January 5, 2015 at 10:13 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-261392) Bebinca sounds like something I would like, thanks for mentioning it! “Nian Gao” is soft and chewy, like taffy the first day, like a gummy candy the second day, and it gradually hardens by the third day. When it’s too hard, I like to either re-steam it or pan fry it with an egg (like french toast) or plain. Enjoy\! [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-261392) 11. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/a7a54a73580a9a77b07f48e6a177d687.jpg?ver=1775727128) [Jeanette \\| Jeanette's Healthy Living](http://jeanetteshealthyliving.com/) says: [January 5, 2015 at 5:12 am](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-260886) I love nian gao – my mom used to make it when I was growing up too. I haven’t made it in years, but hopefully I’ll get to it this year. [Reply](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-260886) 1. ![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI2MCIgaGVpZ2h0PSI2MCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDYwIDYwIj48cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTAwJSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDAlIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDojY2ZkNGRiO2ZpbGwtb3BhY2l0eTogMC4xOyIvPjwvc3ZnPg==) ![](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/litespeed/avatar/79766a85204b3443289896355b5231ee.jpg?ver=1775675716) Sharon Wong says: [January 5, 2015 at 10:14 pm](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment-261393) We’re both so lucky that our moms made Nian Gao for us when we were little. I think I’ll make one for my mom this year. 😉 Enjoy and happy new year, Jeanette\! 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Readable Markdown	Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly. Disclaimer: Please check that all ingredients are suitable for your allergies and be sure to ask your medical care team regarding any allergy related questions (I do not share medical advice). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. ## Chinese New Year Traditions Right after January 1st of each year, my parents spent almost every weekend preparing for Chinese New Year, now also referred to as Lunar New Year to include other Asian cultures that celebrate. My parents bought extra food, cleaned the house, and withdrew newly minted crisp dollar bills from the bank to fill red envelopes with “lucky money.” My cumulative memories of Chinese New Year include vases of beautiful pink quince blossoms on otherwise bare branches, tangerines with little red envelopes next to them, lots of candy and sweetened dried fruits, festive fire crackers and lively dragon dances. One of the best parts of Chinese New Year for a child is to greet our elders with “Gung Hay Fat Choy” which means “May You Be Happy and Prosperous” in Cantonese and then receive red envelopes containing “lucky money.” I definitely felt lucky to grow up with a huge extended family with many family friends and definitely rich with tradition and fond memories. ## Why Do We Eat Nian Gao During the Lunar New Year? My mom always made a New Year cake, also known as nian gao. Even though the words nian gao mean “year cake,” the words sound like “year higher” and symbolize prosperity or promotion or children growing taller. Since I first started blogging, I have shared other recipes that are appropriate for Lunar New Year celebrations. - [Chinese New Year Cake “Nian Gao” Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/) – a steamed glutinous rice cake dessert - [Pan Fried Nian Gao, a Lunar New Year Dessert Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/pan-fried-nian-gao/) – make this when your sweet and sticky nian gao feels hard, pan frying it will make it soft and sticky again, with a little bit of carmelization. - [Rice Ovalettes with Pork and Vegetables Stir Fry Recipe (Chao Nian Gao)](https://nutfreewok.com/rice-ovalettes-pork-vegetables-stir-fry-recipe-chao-nian-gao/) – a savory stir fry - [Chinese Style Steamed Fish & Chinese New Year](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-style-steamed-fish/) – fresh steamed whole fish - [Delicious Red Bean Black Glutinous Rice Soup Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/delicious-red-bean-soup-with-black-glutinous-rice-dessert/) – this dessert soup is considered lucky - [Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Dumplings (Potstickers)](https://nutfreewok.com/pork-shrimp-dumplings/) – great appetizer - [Chinese Potstickers with Napa Cabbage Carrot Soup & Crazy Cuizine Review](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-potstickers-with-napa-cabbage-carrot-soup-crazy-cuizine-review/) – use frozen potstickers to make soup - [Make Chicken Potstickers From Scratch Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/make-chicken-potstickers-from-scratch-recipe/) – chicken potstickers - [Chinese Potstickers Recipe: Pork & Napa Cabbage](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-potstickers-recipe-pork-napa-cabbage/) – shrimp free potstickers - [Dim Sum: Turnip Cake](https://nutfreewok.com/dim-sum-turnip-cake/) – a savory steamed rice cake that is pan fried until crispy - [“Bok Cheet Gai” Slow Cooker Chinese White Cut Chicken](https://nutfreewok.com/bok-cheet-gai-slow-cooker-chinese-white-cut-chicken/) – poach chicken in a slow cooker - [Cantonese-Style Poached Chicken Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/cantonese-style-poached-chicken-recipe/) – this is the stovetop version of a poached chicken - [Easy & Low-Fat Chinese Salt and Pepper Garlic Shrimp Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-salt-pepper-garlic-shrimp/) – shrimp is an auspicious ingredient - [Happiness is a Shrimp Stir Fry with Spring Vegetables Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/shrimp-spring-vegetables-stir-fry/) – a shrimp stir-fry - [Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps are Easy to Make, Fun to Eat](https://nutfreewok.com/asian-chicken-lettuce-wraps/) – lettuce represents abundance - [Stir Fried Iceberg Lettuce with Oyster Sauce](https://nutfreewok.com/stir-fried-iceberg-lettuce-oyster-sauce/) – a simple stir-fry side dish - [Wagyu Sausage Lettuce Wrap](https://nutfreewok.com/wagyu-sausage-lettuce-wrap/) – lettuce is symbolizes prosperity - [Make Beautiful Lettuce Cups for Lettuce Wraps](https://nutfreewok.com/make-beautiful-lettuce-cups-for-lettuce-wraps/) - [Nut Free Chinese New Year Vegetable Stew “Jai” Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/nut-free-chinese-new-year-vegetable-stew-jai-recipe/) – a Cantonese vegetable stew with many auspicious ingredients ## How to Make Nian Gao My mom stirred sweet rice flour into a pot of boiling hot brown sugar simple syrup, plopped the gooey mass into a stainless steel bowl lined with bamboo leaves, and steamed it for hours until the windows fogged up with condensation. She made it a day or two before Chinese New Year but we couldn’t eat it until then, which was just as well because the nian gao was way too sticky to cut, serve, touch or eat on the first day. Each day the cake became a little less sticky and a little more firm, until it was too dry and too hard, at which point my mom would either steam the cake again, [pan fry slices in oil, or dip slices in egg and pan fry them like french toast.](https://nutfreewok.com/pan-fried-nian-gao/) Because you will need to steam this dessert for 90 minutes, it’s important to check that your pot is wide enough to hold the cake pan with some clearance for you to lower the pan into the pot without touching the sides of your pot. And because the steam time is so long, you also need to have enough water to steam for 90 minutes, a tall steaming rack, and enough clearance to put a lid on the pot. I highly recommend a [plate lifter.](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=plate+lifter&i=garden&rh=n%3A1055398%2Cp_72%3A1248915011%2Cp_85%3A2470955011&dc=&ds=v1%3AOCaGGYgKv1%2BRLjU2iaQZ9m8w6s9ofgykR2DWvUOEuXU&crid=2P6DNLTE16TMY&qid=1735956373&rnid=2470954011&sprefix=plate+lifter%2Caps%2C260&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=5b663acb9399bbd133bf9dc1ef4aaed0&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) See my post about [Steamy Cooking Tips: How to Steam Chinese Recipes](https://nutfreewok.com/steamy-cooking-tips-how-to-steam/). [![Chinese New Year Cake Nian Gao Recipe](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png)](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe.png) ## Allergy Friendly Steamed Rice Cake I am excited to share this particular recipe because nian gao is vegan, gluten-free, and free of the top 9 allergens, whoo-hoo\! And I was thrilled to find out that my mom’s favorite [sweet rice flour by Koda Farms](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star&rh=n%3A16310101%2Cp_72%3A1248897011&dc=&ds=v1%3ABDqIvEu5X%2BXOxxYePOE4nl8vR5p6Z8Yy3BQ52pm7k7k&crid=1J2VQTG0ONE1A&qid=1735956541&rnid=1248895011&sprefix=koda+farms+mochi+blue+star%2Caps%2C193&linkCode=ll2&tag=nufrwo-20&linkId=ae46139b36e2f78d04aa2e45a948b8d2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl)![](https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=nufrwo-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00GNHD60K) is produced in a rice only facility that is free of the top 8 allergens, gluten free, and GMO free. How awesome is that? Check out their [allergen statement](http://www.kodafarms.com/gmo-free-gluten-free-allergen-statement/ "Koda Farm Allergen, GMO and Gluten statement") just for the thrill of it. If you can’t find their rice flours in your local store, their website has instructions on how to mail order from them or you can order online via Amazon. A traditional recipe uses Chinese brown sugar bricks called [pian tang](https://www.google.com/search?q=chinese+brown+sugar&safe=active&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=69DgUtOtF87joATfrICwBA&ved=0CAcQ_AUoAQ&biw=1241&bih=577 "Chinese brown sugar bricks") but brown sugar is an acceptable substitute that is readily available. My family loves this recipe so you can count on it to be delicious. ## Allergy Aware Warning: Chinese new year cakes might have peanut oil, almond extract, red bean paste, stewed pork belly, lotus seeds, egg yolk, milk, coconut, sesame, etc.. It’s best not to assume that all nian gao is vegan or allergen free and ask before consuming store-bought or other homemade versions. [![Chinese New Year Cake](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-300x227.png)](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake.png) Enjoy the Chinese New Year cake recipe and “Gung Hay Fat Choy!” May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health, peace, and overflowing joy. This recipe as written is vegan, gluten free, and free of the top 9 allergens. ![Chinese New Year steamed brown sugar cake with some oranges and lucky money envelopes](https://nutfreewok.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Chinese-New-Year-Cake-Nian-Gao-Recipe-300x300.png) Sharon Wong, NutFreeWok.com Chinese New Year Cake "Nian Gao" is a very traditional steamed rice cake dessert with special meaning in the Chinese culture. This dessert also happens to be free of the top 9 food allergens and very allergy friendly. Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes Course Dessert, Snack Cuisine Chinese Servings 16 Calories 198 kcal - 1 1/2 cup dark brown sugar - 1 1/2 cup water divided - 1 pound glutinous sweet rice flour Koda Farms is preferred, 1 box - 2 tablespoons olive oil or other neutral flavored vegetable oil plus 1/2 teaspoon to oil a pie plate - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - Oil a pie plate or round cake pan with 1/2 teaspoon of oil. - Be sure to check that your dish will fit inside the pot with the lid on. Add 1 1/2 inch of water to a large pot with a tight fitting lid and a steamer rack and bring water to boil. - Measure 3/4 cup water in a glass measuring cup, add brown sugar, and microwave for 1 minute until the sugar is dissolved. - Pour sweet rice flour into a large bowl, add the brown sugar water, 3/4 cup of water, oil and vanilla extract. - Stir to combine until the rice mixture is smooth and free of lumps. - Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared pie plate and smooth out the top. - Set the cake inside the pot and steam for 1 1/2 hours. - Check the water level of the pot periodically (avoid letting the condensation from the lid drip on the cake when lifting the lid) and replenish with hot water as necessary. - Allow the cake to cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, and the cake will be ready to serve the next day. For this recipe, it’s important to be sure that your pot will be wide enough and tall enough to fit your cake pan or pie dish and have enough water in it to steam for 1 1/2 hours. Refer to my post about steaming tips. Nutrition facts are calculated automaticaly and are an estimate. Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0\.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0\.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 49mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 21mgIron: 0\.3mg Keyword chinese new year cake, nian gao, sweet rice brown sugar cake [Let us know](https://nutfreewok.com/chinese-new-year-nian-gao-recipe/#comment) how it was\! ## Thanks for reading, please help Nut Free Wok\! If you like this post or recipe, please be sure to give a 5 star rating, leave a comment, and share this post! Your support means a lot to me. Subscribe to [Nut Free Wok’s email subscription](https://nutfreewok.com/subscribe/) (be sure to respond to the confirmation email). 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