Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsIzumi Sushi & HibachiMochi Ice Cream Recipe

Mochi Ice Cream Recipe

Time45m
Serves6

Sweet rice cake filled with ice cream.

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Ingredients

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Mochi Ice Cream Ingredients

Method

Mochi Ice Cream Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mochi Dough

    In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the sweet rice flour, granulated sugar, and water until smooth. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.

  2. 2

    Cook the Mochi

    Microwave the mixture for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave for another minute. Stir again and microwave for an additional 30 seconds. The dough should be sticky and slightly translucent.

  3. 3

    Cool the Dough

    Dust a clean surface with cornstarch. Transfer the mochi dough onto the surface and dust the top with more cornstarch. Allow it to cool slightly.

  4. 4

    Shape the Mochi

    Divide the mochi dough into equal pieces (about 2-inch portions). Flatten each piece into a disc, and place a small scoop of ice cream in the center of each disc.

  5. 5

    Seal the Mochi

    Wrap the dough around the ice cream, pinching the edges to seal it tightly. Ensure there are no holes.

  6. 6

    Freeze

    Place the mochi ice cream balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.

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