Watermelon Mochi Recipe: A Juicy Treat You Can’t Resist
Discover how to make this refreshing Watermelon Mochi, a delightful treat perfect for summer days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 pieces
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups watermelon puree
- 1 cup sweet rice flour (mochi flour)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (for dusting)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the watermelon puree, sweet rice flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the water gradually, mixing until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a microwave-safe dish and cover with a damp cloth.
- Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stir, then microwave for another 2 minutes.
- Let cool slightly, then dust a surface with cornstarch.
- Transfer the mochi dough to the surface and knead gently.
- Divide the dough into small pieces and shape into rounds.
- Dust with more cornstarch and place in an airtight container.
Notes
- Serve chilled for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different fillings like sweet red bean paste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg