Rice Puffs with Prune Filling

These sweet rice balls are a satisfying snack or dessert. They were a favourite treat when I was a boy, with their chewy texture and sweet centre. My mother made them with a filling of sweet bean paste, but I find that prunes are just as satisfying. The rice balls will puff up and split slightly as they are heated, but don’t worry as they will still retain their shape and centres.