Mochi Ice Cream Recipe
Delicious ice cream wrapped in mochi
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Ingredients
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Mochi Dough
Ice Cream Filling
Method
Prepare the Ice Cream
- 1
Scoop Ice Cream
Scoop the ice cream into small balls using a cookie scoop or spoon, about 1 tablespoon each. Place the scoops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze the scoops for at least 1-2 hours or until firm.
Make the Mochi Dough
- 2
- 3
Cook the Mochi
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove and stir. Cover again and microwave for another minute. Repeat one more time for a total of 3 minutes, stirring after each minute. The mochi should be sticky and slightly translucent.
- 4
Dust and Cool
Dust a clean surface with cornstarch. Transfer the mochi dough onto the surface and dust the top with more cornstarch. Let it cool for a few minutes until it's manageable.
Assemble the Mochi Ice Cream
- 5
Wrap Ice Cream
Take a small piece of mochi dough (about the size of your palm) and flatten it out with your hands or a rolling pin. Place a frozen ice cream ball in the center and fold the edges over to seal. Pinch the edges to ensure it’s completely wrapped.
- 6
Chill the Mochi Ice Cream
Place the wrapped mochi ice cream back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat the process for the remaining ice cream balls. Freeze the mochi ice cream for at least 30 minutes before serving.