Mochi Strawberry (Chewy Strawberry-Filled Japanese Treat)
Mochi Strawberry (Chewy Strawberry-Filled Japanese Treat) is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that brings joy to any dessert table. This charming treat features juicy, ripe strawberries wrapped in soft, chewy rice-flour dough, with the option of sweet red bean paste or whipped vanilla cream as a filling. Perfect for sharing at gatherings, gifting, or enjoying as a cozy night-in snack, these mochi strawberries are not only fun to make but also visually stunning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes 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
- 8 small-to-medium fresh strawberries (hulled and dry)
- 1 cup sweet red bean paste or vanilla cream (whipped cream with powdered sugar + vanilla)
- ½ cup potato starch or cornstarch
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and dry strawberries thoroughly.
- Coat each berry in red bean paste or whipped vanilla cream and chill briefly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, sugar, salt, and water until smooth. Microwave in short bursts or steam until glossy and stretchy.
- Cool the dough slightly on a well-starched surface. Cut into 8 equal pieces.
- Flatten each piece into a circle and wrap around each strawberry carefully, sealing at the top.
- Allow mochi to rest for about 10 minutes before brushing off excess starch.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 4mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg