Blueberry Mochi - Catherine Zhang (2024)

Soft and chewy mochi filled with a sweet and tangy blueberry cream cheese centre

What is mochi?

If you aren't familiar withmochi, mochi is aJapanese treat(wagashi)made fromglutinous rice. Traditionally it is pound into a paste with water and enjoyed as it is,rolledin flavorings like roasted soybean powder orfilledwith fillings like red bean paste.

Mochi that has been stuffed with a filling is calleddaif*cku.Daif*cku is a name used to describe any Japanese confection made from mochi and a sweet filling. So technically this is a blueberry daif*cku!

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice flour:Aka sweet rice flour. If you have access to shiratamako where you live I highly recommend using that! It's a Japanese glutinous rice flour made from short-grain rice (mochigome). Otherwise, you can use mochiko or Thai-style glutinous rice flour which can be found in almost all Asian grocery stores.

• Granulated sugar:Aka white sugar, is used to sweeten the mochi dough as well as give it a softer texture.
• Cornstarch:Cornstarch helps to thicken the mochi dough as well as give it more structure.

• Whole milk:Milk is used to hydrate the dough as well as add extra fat and protein to the dough, this results in a softer mochi with a smoother mouthfeel. If you want to make this dairy-free you can replace this with water.
• Vegetable oil:Kneading vegetable oil into the dough not only makes it softer and chewier it also makes it easier to handle as it'll be less sticky.

• Cream cheese: Cream cheese makes up the body of the filling, giving it a thicker texture and slightly tangy flavor. Make sure you use block cream cheese otherwise the filling will be too runny.
• Blueberries: You can use either frozen or fresh blueberries!

• Granulated sugar: Sugar gives the filling sweetness, you can add more or less according to your personal preference.
• Thickened cream: Cream helps to lighten up the filling while also making it milder in flavor and creamier.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do these last?

These will last up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge, however, they are best eaten on the day they're made as the mochi is the softest and chewiest. The longer the mochi sits the harder it will get.

How should I store these?

Make sure you keep the mochi stored in an airtight container. This keeps the moisture in the mochi, preventing it from drying out and becoming tough.

Can I change the fruit to something else?

Yes, you can! This blueberry mochi recipe is extremely versatile and can suit any kind of fruit, from other berries like strawberry and raspberry to mango, there are so many options.

Why is my mochi hard?

There are a couple of reasons why your mochi is hard:

• The mochi was overcooked
• Not enough liquid was added to the mochi batter
• The cooked dough had been left uncovered for too long
• The dough hadn't been kneaded for long enough

Why is my mochi so sticky?

There are a couple of reasons for sticky dough:

• Too much liquid was added to the batter
• Not enough oil was added to the cooked dough
• The cooked dough had been overworked

See Also

Why does mochi (Japanese rice cake) stretch?What Is Mochi and How Do You Make It at Home?What Is Mochi? Chew on This Answer | SporkedWhat Is Mochi? (And How Do You Make It?)

Let's Get Cooking!

This isn't your traditional kind of mochi, but it's a good one for sure!

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