Description
Sweet Japanese-inspired Strawberry Mochi delivers delightful fusion of traditional Asian dessert with fresh seasonal fruit. Creamy rice flour dough wraps tender strawberries, creating simple yet elegant treat perfect for quick summer indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour (sweet rice flour)
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) fresh strawberry puree (about 6–8 strawberries)
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
Preparation Ingredient:
- Cornstarch or potato starch (for dusting)
Instructions
- Puree ripe strawberries in a blender until completely smooth, straining through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and create a silky texture.
- Combine glutinous rice flour, sugar, and strawberry puree in a microwave-safe bowl, whisking thoroughly to eliminate any potential lumps.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap, creating a small steam vent. Microwave at high power for 2 minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld and begin transforming.
- Carefully remove the bowl and vigorously stir the partially cooked mixture, ensuring even heat distribution and consistent texture.
- Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for an additional 1-2 minutes until the dough becomes translucent, glossy, and develops a stretchy consistency.
- Generously dust a clean work surface with cornstarch, preventing the sticky mochi from adhering during shaping.
- Transfer the warm mochi onto the prepared surface, allowing it to cool slightly but remain pliable for easy manipulation.
- Gently stretch and fold the mochi, then form into small round balls or flatten into discs for filling with fresh strawberry pieces.
- Serve immediately while warm and soft, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain optimal texture.
Notes
- Select ripe, sweet strawberries for maximum flavor and natural sweetness in your mochi.
- Strain the strawberry puree to ensure a silky-smooth texture and remove any seeds or pulp.
- Use a microwave-safe glass bowl to prevent uneven heating and potential hot spots.
- Dust your hands with cornstarch to prevent the sticky mochi from clinging to your skin while shaping.
- Create gluten-free versions by ensuring all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Store mochi in a cool, dry place and consume within 24-48 hours for optimal freshness and texture.
- Try different fruit purees like mango or raspberry for unique flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg