Mochi Strawberry (Chewy Strawberry-Filled Japanese Treat)
Mochi Strawberry (Chewy Strawberry-Filled Japanese Treat) is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This fun and interactive dessert envelops juicy strawberries in a soft, chewy rice flour dough, making it a perfect treat for any occasion—be it a casual snack or a festive gathering. With its vibrant colors and playful presentation, Mochi Strawberry is sure to impress everyone, from children to adults. Easy to prepare and customize with your choice of fillings, this treat brings joy in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving/Steaming
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup water
- Pinch of salt
- 8 small-to-medium fresh strawberries
- 1 cup sweet red bean paste or whipped vanilla cream
- ½ cup potato starch or cornstarch (for dusting)
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and dry strawberries thoroughly.
- Coat each strawberry with sweet red bean paste or whipped vanilla cream; chill briefly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mochiko, sugar, salt, and water; mix until smooth.
- Heat the mixture in a microwave-safe dish for 2½–3½ minutes until glossy and stretchy.
- Dust a clean surface with potato starch; turn out the dough to cool slightly.
- Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces; flatten each into circles.
- Place a chilled strawberry on each circle and wrap the dough around it; seal at the top.
- Allow mochi to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mochi strawberry (45g)
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg