Green Tea Mochi
Delight your taste buds with the chewy, creamy goodness of Green Tea Mochi, a classic Japanese treat infused with the earthy essence of matcha. This no-bake recipe combines glutinous rice flour, sweet granulated sugar, and vibrant green tea powder to create a pillowy dessert with a bold flavor and soft, sticky texture. With just 15 minutes of prep and a few minutes in the microwave, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in no time. For an extra indulgent touch, fill the mochi with a dollop of sweet red bean paste, adding a traditional twist to every bite. Whether dusted in potato starch for a clean finish or enjoyed immediately, these matcha mochi morsels make a delightful snack or dessert that’s as easy to prepare as it is to devour.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Green tea powder (matcha)
- 1 cup Water
- 0.25 cup Potato starch or cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Red bean paste (optional, for filling)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and matcha powder until evenly combined.
Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients, whisking until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and microwave the mixture for 1 minute on high heat.
Remove the bowl and stir the mixture with a heatproof spatula to ensure even cooking. Repeat microwaving and stirring in 1-minute intervals for 2-3 more minutes, or until the mixture becomes thick, sticky, and translucent.
Lightly dust a clean countertop or baking sheet with potato starch to prevent sticking. Transfer the cooked mochi mixture onto the surface.
Allow the mochi to cool just enough to handle—it should still be warm but not hot.
Dust your hands with potato starch and shape the mochi into small, equal-sized balls. If using red bean paste, flatten a portion of mochi, place a small ball of red bean paste in the center, and fold the mochi around the filling, pinching the edges to seal.
Roll the mochi in additional potato starch to coat lightly and prevent sticking.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.4 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 195.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 502 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
