This was my first time making rice balls, and I went a little too big and a little too loose. I'm going to get a mold as soon as I'm able, but I'm sure they'll be better next time. My rice balls fell apart, but were still delicious, I'll definitely make them again. Edit 11/25/23: I learned I was using the wrong type of rice (long when I should have used short) and tried sharp cheddar and have a mold for the days my hands can't handle (hah!) shaping rice balls, these are better every time I make them!