Description
Watermelon Mochi is a refreshing and visually stunning dessert that captures the essence of summer in every chewy bite. This delightful treat combines the natural sweetness of ripe watermelon with the unique texture of glutinous rice flour, making it a perfect addition to summer gatherings or casual picnics. Easy to prepare, this recipe allows both mochi enthusiasts and newcomers to impress friends and family with minimal effort. Whether you enjoy them chilled or at room temperature, Watermelon Mochi is sure to become a favorite sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe watermelon
- 230 g glutinous rice flour
- 65 g cornstarch
- 40 g sugar
- 300 g watermelon juice (freshly blended)
- 30 g butter
- Cooked glutinous rice flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into chunks and blend until smooth. Strain to remove pulp if desired, then measure out 300 g of juice.
- In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, cornstarch, and sugar; mix well.
- Add the watermelon juice and melted butter to the dry ingredients; stir until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a steaming dish lined with parchment paper and steam for 20-25 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Allow the mochi dough to cool, then dust hands with cooked glutinous rice flour and shape into balls or discs.
- Dust each piece lightly with more flour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg