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Watermelon Mochi

Delicious Watermelon Mochi: A Chewy Summer Delight

Watermelon Mochi is a refreshing and chewy treat, perfect for summer and caters to various dietary needs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 14 minutes
Servings: 4 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Mochi Base
  • 2 cups Fresh Watermelon Ripe watermelon is best for optimal taste.
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Flour No substitutes recommended for authenticity.
  • 1/4 cup Tapioca Starch Can be substituted with additional glutinous rice flour.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Sugar Can be replaced with brown sugar for a different twist.
For Added Moisture
  • 1 tbsp Avocado Oil Use any neutral oil if preferred.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Non-stick frying pan
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Watermelon Mochi
  1. Juicing Watermelon: Blend fresh watermelon cubes until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve for about ¾ cup of juice.
  2. Mixing Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk glutinous rice flour, tapioca starch, and maple sugar. Create a well, pour in watermelon juice and avocado oil, then stir until smooth.
  3. Cooking the Mixture: Heat a non-stick pan over low-medium heat, pour in the mochi mixture, and stir constantly for 3-4 minutes until thick.
  4. Shaping Dough: Transfer the mochi dough to parchment paper, shape into a square, cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
  5. Cutting: Dust a surface with glutinous rice flour, slice the chilled mochi into cubes with an oiled knife, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cubeCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

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