Strawberry Daifuku Mochi
Soft, pillowy mochi filled with fresh strawberry and sweet red bean paste — a TikTok-viral Japanese dessert you can make at home in under 20 minutes with just a microwave and a few pantry staples.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 1g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix mochiko, sugar, and water in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth with no lumps.
Step 2
Microwave uncovered on high for 2 minutes. Stir well, then microwave 1 more minute until thick and glossy.
Step 3
Spread cornstarch on a plate. Pour hot mochi onto it and dust the top with more cornstarch. Let cool 5 minutes.
Step 4
Pat mochi lightly with cornstarch until it's no longer sticky. Divide into 8 pieces.
Step 5
Flatten each piece into a thin disc. Place 1 tsp bean paste and 1 strawberry in the center of each.
Step 6
Fold mochi edges up and around the filling, pinching and sealing at the top. Roll gently in palms to smooth.
Step 7
Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 days in an airtight container.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe bowl
- microwave
- spoon or spatula
- dinner plate
- parchment paper or airtight container
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