How to Make Easy Mochi - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake that has been enjoyed for centuries as a sweet treat. Made from glutinous rice flour, mochi has a unique chewy texture that is both satisfying and delicious. While making mochi from scratch can be a time-consuming and labor-intensive process, this easy mochi recipe simplifies the traditional method, allowing you to make this delectable treat in just a few simple steps.

This easy mochi recipe requires just a few basic ingredients, including glu...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sweetened red bean paste
  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour
  • 1 teaspoon green tea powder (matcha)
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup cornstarch, for rolling out the dough

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 mochi

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Wrap red bean paste in aluminum foil and place in the freezer until solid, at least 1 hour.
  • Mix glutinous rice flour and green tea powder thoroughly in a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Stir in water, then sugar; mix until smooth.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave for 3 minutes 30 seconds.
  • Meanwhile, remove red bean paste from the freezer and divide into 8 equal balls. Set aside.
  • Remove rice flour mixture from the microwave. Stir and heat, covered, for another 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Dust a work surface with cornstarch. Roll about 2 tablespoons of hot rice flour mixture into a ball. Flatten the ball and place one ball of frozen red bean paste in the center. Pinch and press the dough around the bean paste until completely covered.
  • Sprinkle with additional cornstarch and place mochi, seam-side down, in a paper muffin liner to prevent sticking.
  • Repeat Step 6 to make remaining mochi.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    183 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 82mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 51mg