Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsSakai Sushi Train and GrillMochi Ice Cream Recipe

Mochi Ice Cream Recipe

Time1h
Serves8

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Ingredients

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Mochi Dough

Method

Mochi Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet rice flour and granulated sugar.

  2. 2

    Add Water

    Gradually add the water to the dry mixture while stirring continuously until smooth.

  3. 3

    Add Food Coloring

    If using, add food coloring to the mixture and stir until evenly distributed.

  4. 4

    Steam Mixture

    Pour the mixture into a heatproof dish and steam for about 20 minutes, or until the dough is translucent and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Cool the Dough

    Allow the mochi dough to cool for about 10 minutes before handling.

  6. 6

    Dust with Cornstarch

    Dust a clean surface with cornstarch to prevent sticking, and transfer the mochi dough onto it.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Divide Dough

    Divide the mochi dough into small pieces, roughly the size of golf balls.

  2. 8

    Flatten Dough

    Using your fingers, flatten each piece of mochi dough into a disc about 1/4 inch thick.

  3. 9

    Add Ice Cream

    Scoop a small amount of ice cream (about 1 tablespoon) onto the center of each flattened mochi disc.

  4. 10

    Wrap Ice Cream

    Carefully fold the edges of the mochi dough over the ice cream and pinch to seal completely.

  5. 11

    Repeat Process

    Repeat the process until all ice cream and mochi dough are used.

  6. 12

    Freeze Mochi Ice Cream

    Place the filled mochi ice cream balls on a tray lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.

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