Description
A delightful and chewy Japanese treat made with sweet rice flour and filled with fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sweet rice flour (mochiko)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (for dusting)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/2 cup sweetened red bean paste (optional)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweet rice flour, water, and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir the mixture, then cover and microwave for another minute. Stir again, then microwave for an additional 30 seconds until the mixture is thick and sticky.
- Dust a clean surface with cornstarch. Carefully transfer the mochi mixture onto the surface. Allow it to cool slightly, then dust your hands with cornstarch and knead the mochi for a minute until it becomes smooth.
- Divide the mochi into 8 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a small disc. If using, place a small spoonful of red bean paste in the center of each disc, then add a strawberry half on top. Fold the edges of the mochi over the filling and pinch to seal.
- Roll each filled mochi ball in cornstarch to prevent sticking. Place them on a plate and let them sit for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
- For a different flavor, try using other fruits like mango or blueberries instead of strawberries.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract to the mochi mixture for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mochi
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg