Description
A delightful no-bake dessert that combines the flavors of watermelon and chewy mochi for a refreshing summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup watermelon juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Cornstarch for dusting
- Optional: food coloring (green or pink)
Instructions
- Combine the glutinous rice flour and sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Add the watermelon juice to the flour mixture, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a microwave-safe dish.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir gently.
- Continue microwaving for another minute and stir again.
- Keep microwaving in 30-second intervals until sticky and translucent.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, dust hands and surface with cornstarch.
- Shape portions of the mochi into balls or discs.
- Dust with more cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Notes
These mochi are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Dust with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg