Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Mochi Strawberry, a chewy Japanese treat that beautifully combines fresh strawberries with soft, stretchy rice-flour dough. This fun and interactive dessert is perfect for gatherings, gifts, or cozy nights at home. With its fruity filling and customizable options, Mochi Strawberry is not only a tasty treat but also a fantastic project for the whole family. Whether you choose sweet red bean paste or whipped vanilla cream for the filling, each bite promises a burst of flavor and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup water
- 8 fresh strawberries (hulled and dry)
- 1 cup sweet red bean paste or vanilla cream
- ½ cup potato starch (for dusting)
Instructions
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then dry them completely.
- Coat each strawberry in sweet red bean paste or whipped vanilla cream and chill briefly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mochiko, sugar, salt, and water until smooth. Microwave for 2½–3½ minutes until glossy.
- Allow the dough to cool slightly on a well-dusted surface before slicing into equal pieces.
- Flatten each piece into circles, wrap around each coated strawberry, and seal well.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving/Steaming
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg