Description
Learn how to make Whole Peach Mochi, a soft and chewy Japanese-inspired dessert or snack. This recipe combines sweet rice flour, ripe peaches, and a hint of vanilla for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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For the Mochi Dough:
- 2 ripe but firm peaches (peeled and pitted)
- 1 1/2 cups sweet rice flour (Mochiko)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cornstarch or potato starch (for dusting)
For Filling (Optional):
- Sweetened red bean paste or whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches: Peel and pit the peaches, keeping them as whole as possible. Optionally, stuff with red bean paste or whipped cream and freeze for at least 1 hour.
- Make the Mochi Dough: Combine sweet rice flour, sugar, water, and vanilla in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 1-minute intervals until thick and translucent.
- Shape the Mochi: Dust a surface with cornstarch, spread the hot dough, cool slightly, and flatten portions to wrap around the peaches.
- Wrap the Peaches: Carefully wrap each peach with the mochi dough, pinching to seal. Dust with cornstarch and chill before serving.
Notes
- Freezing the peaches makes wrapping easier. For smaller portions, slice and wrap individually. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus freezing time)
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Microwave, Wrapping
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whole peach mochi
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
