Description
Milk Mochi is a delightful and easy-to-make Japanese dessert made from glutinous rice flour, milk, and sugar, resulting in a chewy and sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, milk, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Pour the mixture into a microwave-safe dish, spreading it evenly.
- Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes. Stir well, then microwave for an additional 2 minutes. Stir again, and microwave for another 1-2 minutes until the mixture is thick and sticky.
- Allow the mochi to cool slightly before dusting a clean surface with cornstarch.
- Transfer the mochi onto the dusted surface and use your hands (dusted with cornstarch) to flatten and shape it into a rectangle or square about 1/2 inch thick.
- Once cooled completely, cut the mochi into squares or desired shapes. If using shredded coconut, roll the mochi pieces in the coconut for added flavor and texture.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Notes
- For a chocolate version, substitute 1/4 cup of the glutinous rice flour with cocoa powder.
- Add fruit puree (like strawberry or mango) to the mixture before microwaving for a fruity twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg