What can I use instead of white rice (uncooked) for cake?
Quinoa at 1:1 is the closest match — Complete protein. Slightly nutty. Cooks in similar time. If that is unavailable, Couscous (1:1).
Best White Rice (uncooked) Substitutes for Cakes
Pick substitutes that preserve tenderness, aeration, and even rise in cake batters. Cake structure depends on balanced fat, sugar, and hydration. Wrong swaps can create a dense or dry crumb.
Can I make a cake without white rice (uncooked)?
Yes. Start with Quinoa at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Top Recommendation
Quinoa
Use 1:1
Complete protein. Slightly nutty. Cooks in similar time.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of white rice (uncooked) weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of white rice (uncooked) is treated as 195 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
White Rice (uncooked) cups to grams →