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Watermelon Mochi

Delicious Watermelon Mochi: A Refreshing Allergy-Friendly Treat

Enjoy Watermelon Mochi, a refreshing and allergy-friendly treat that blends rich watermelon flavor with a chewy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 cubes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mochi
  • 3/4 cup Fresh Watermelon Juice From ripe watermelon
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Flour Essential for chewy texture
  • 1/4 cup Tapioca Starch Can be replaced with potato starch
  • 1/4 cup Maple Sugar Can use coconut sugar as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil Can substitute with neutral oil

Equipment

  • Blender
  • mixing bowl
  • Non-stick Pan
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Watermelon Juice: Cut watermelon, blend, and strain to yield 3/4 cup of juice.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together glutinous rice flour, tapioca starch, and maple sugar.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add watermelon juice and avocado oil to dry mix and stir until smooth.
  4. Cook the Mixture: Pour batter into non-stick pan, stirring until thick and sticky for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Shape and Chill Dough: Transfer dough to parchment paper, shape, cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  6. Cut and Dust Mochi: Dust with rice flour, cut into cubes, and coat each piece with more rice flour.
  7. Serve Immediately: Enjoy the mochi fresh for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cubeCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Choose ripe watermelon for maximum flavor. Use glutinous rice flour for authentic texture; substitutes are not recommended.

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