Daifuku (gf,v) Recipe

Inspired by Oishi Kitchen

Time40m

Serves8

Tropical (Guava, Mango, Macadamia, Pineapple) or traditional (Sweet red bean) daifuku mochi

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Ingredients

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Mochi Dough

1 cup Sweet rice flour (mochi flour)

1 cup Water

2 tbs sugar

1 tbs Cornstarch

Filling (Tropical)

1 medium Guava (mashed)

1 medium Mango (diced)

1 tbs Macadamia nuts (chopped)

1 cup Pineapple (diced)

Filling (Traditional)

1 cup Sweet red bean paste

Toppings (Optional)

1 tbs Shredded coconut

1 tbs Cornstarch (for dusting)

Method

Mochi Preparation

Mix and Cook

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine sweet rice flour, water, and sugar. Mix until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes until the dough becomes sticky and translucent.

Cool Dough

Allow the mochi dough to cool slightly before handling. Dust your work surface with cornstarch to prevent sticking.

Filling Preparation

Tropical Filling

In a bowl, combine mashed guava, diced mango, chopped macadamia nuts, and diced pineapple. Mix well to combine.

Traditional Filling

If making traditional daifuku, ensure the sweet red bean paste is ready for use.

Assembly

Shape the Mochi

Dust your hands with cornstarch, take a small piece of mochi dough (about the size of a golf ball), and flatten it into a disk.

Add Filling

Place about 1-2 tablespoons of your chosen filling in the center of the disk. Carefully fold the edges of the mochi over the filling to seal it.

Finish the Daifuku

Roll the filled mochi ball gently in your hands to smooth it out. Dust with shredded coconut or extra cornstarch, if desired.