Sweet Red Bean Mochi Dessert
Sweet Red Bean Mochi is a delightful Japanese dessert that perfectly combines the chewy texture of mochi with the sweet, earthy flavor of adzuki beans. This easy-to-follow recipe creates soft, pillowy treats that are visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying on a cozy night in, these mochi balls are sure to impress your family and friends with their unique flavor and charming appearance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sweet rice flour (Mochiko)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cooked adzuki beans (mashed)
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (for dusting)
- 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (optional for filling)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Red Bean Filling: Rinse adzuki beans, boil until tender (about 1 hour), drain, mash, and mix with sweetened condensed milk if desired.
- 2. Make the Mochi Dough: In a microwave-safe bowl, mix sweet rice flour, sugar, salt, and water until smooth. Cover loosely and microwave for 2 minutes. Stir and microwave again for another minute until thickened.
- 3. Shape the Mochi: Dust a work surface with cornstarch; transfer hot dough and let cool slightly. Divide into small portions, flatten each piece into a disk.
- 4. Fill with Red Beans: Place about one tablespoon of filling in the center of each disk, pinch edges to seal, and roll into balls.
- 5. Chill: Place mochi on a cornstarch-dusted tray and refrigerate for about an hour until firm.
- 6. Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg