Puto(Steamed Rice Muffins)

2 cups rice flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
¾ cup sugar
a pinch of salt
2 cups coconut milk
2 tablesppon water
1 tablespoon anise extract, (optional)

• Blend flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add milk and water, and anise extract, if using, mix until smooth. Fill prepared cups 2/3 full and steam in rapidly boiling water for 20 minutes. Serve hot with butter or shredded fresh coconut.