Watermelon Mochi
A refreshing and chewy Japanese treat infused with the sweet burst of watermelon, perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sweet rice flour (mochi flour)
- 1 cup watermelon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Cornstarch (for dusting)
- Optional: Food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare your watermelon juice: Start by cutting up a fresh, juicy watermelon. Use a blender to puree it, then strain to get smooth juice.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine sweet rice flour and sugar. Whisk well.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually pour watermelon juice into the dry mix, stirring continuously until you achieve a thick, batter-like consistency.
- Steam the mixture: Pour the batter into a steamer basket or lined dish and steam for about 20-25 minutes.
- Cool down: Carefully remove the mochi and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Dust and shape: Transfer the mochi to a cornstarch-dusted surface, cut into pieces, roll into balls, and dust with cornstarch.
- Chill and enjoy: Place the finished mochi in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: watermelon mochi, dessert, Japanese treat, summer snack, chewy dessert
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