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Milk Mochi Recipe

Delicious Milk Mochi Recipe: Chewy Treats You’ll Love

Discover this Milk Mochi Recipe, a creamy and gluten-free dessert that’s easy to make and delightfully chewy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mochi Base
  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour Provides the signature chewy texture essential for mochi.
  • 1 cup whole milk Adds creaminess; can be flavored with chocolate or matcha.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Sweetens the mochi; adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor; almond extract is a great substitute.
  • a pinch salt Balances sweetness.
For Dusting
  • as needed cornstarch or potato starch Prevents sticking during shaping.

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Milk Mochi Recipe
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  2. Cover the bowl loosely and microwave on high for 2 minutes until the mochi begins to firm up.
  3. Gently stir the mixture with a wet spatula, then microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes until thick and glossy.
  4. Remove the bowl and let the mochi cool slightly for about 5 minutes, dusting your workspace with cornstarch.
  5. Transfer the mochi to the workspace and flatten it into a rectangle about ½ inch thick.
  6. Cut the flattened mochi into bite-sized squares and dust them with more cornstarch to prevent sticking.
  7. Optionally, add garnishes like sesame seeds or matcha powder for a personalized touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 35mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to monitor the mixture in the microwave to prevent it from overflow or drying out. Storage options are available for room temperature, fridge, and freezer keeping in mind the texture may change.

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