16+ New Year Mochi Recipe Cook Up Something Special!
Published on: Mar 1, 2024
Mochi is a traditional Japanese treat that is commonly enjoyed during the New Year celebration. This soft and chewy rice cake is a symbol of good luck and prosperity for the coming year. Making mochi from scratch may seem like a daunting task, but with this easy and delicious recipe, you can create your own homemade mochi to ring in the New Year.
Main Ingredients: Glutinous Rice Flour, Sugar, Salt, Water, Potato
Who says you can't have a sweet and savory twist on a classic dish? This recipe combines the soft and chewy texture of mochi with a creamy and indulgent custard filling. It's a perfect dessert option for any mochi and beer can chicken lover.
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Mochi Ice Cream
Main Ingredients: Shiratamako, Water, White Sugar, Cornstarch, Ice Cream
Ice cream and mochi may not seem like a likely pairing, but trust us, it works. This recipe takes the classic mochi dough and wraps it around your favorite ice cream flavors, creating a delightful and refreshing treat that is perfect for any summer cookout.
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Mochi Ice Cream Sandwiches – A Year-Round Delightful...
Main Ingredients: Flour, Water, Coconut Sugar, Unsweetened Coconut Milk
If you're a fan of ice cream sandwiches, then you'll love this mochi twist on the classic treat. The chewy mochi dough is the perfect complement to the cold and creamy ice cream, making it a delicious and unique dessert option for any time of the year.
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Gorgeous Hawaiian Butter Mochi
Main Ingredients: Whole Milk, Granulated Sugar, Flour, Coconut Milk
Take a trip to the tropics with this Hawaiian-inspired butter mochi recipe. The addition of coconut milk and shredded coconut gives this dish a rich and creamy texture, while the brown sugar adds a delicious caramelized flavor. It's a must-try for any mochi lover.
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Easy Blackberry Jelly – Anytime of Year!
Main Ingredients: Fresh Blackberries, Water, Juice, Sugar, Pectin, Butter
This recipe adds a fruity and tangy twist to the classic beer can chicken. The blackberry jelly glaze not only adds a beautiful color to the dish, but also a burst of flavor that pairs perfectly with the smoky and tender chicken.
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15-Year-Old Pesto Sauce
Main Ingredients: Fresh Basil Leaves, Olive Oil, Grated Parmesan Cheese
Bold flavors and tender chicken make this recipe a crowd-pleaser. The homemade pesto sauce adds a fresh and herbaceous element to the dish, while the beer can keeps the chicken juicy and flavorful. It's a winning combination that is sure to become a household favorite.
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Cocoa Mochi
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Coconut Milk, Evaporated Milk
Chocolate lovers rejoice! This cocoa mochi recipe takes the classic dough and adds a rich and decadent cocoa powder for a delicious and indulgent twist. It's perfect for a dessert option or as a sweet treat to enjoy alongside your beer can chicken.
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Japanese Mochi Ice Cream
Main Ingredients: Shiratamako, Water, Caster Sugar, Katakuriko, Ice Cream
If you're a fan of traditional mochi and ice cream, then you'll love this Japanese-inspired recipe. The combination of creamy ice cream and chewy mochi is a match made in heaven, and the addition of matcha powder gives it a unique and delicious flavor.
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Matcha Mochi Donuts
Main Ingredients: Rice Flour, Whole Milk, Unsalted Butter, Granulated
Donuts and mochi? Yes, please! These matcha mochi donuts are a delightful and unexpected twist on the classic fried treat. The chewy and tender mochi dough pairs perfectly with the crunchy exterior, making it a delicious and unique addition to any dessert spread.
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MOCHI DONUTS
Main Ingredients: Dough, Rice Flour, Whole Milk, Unsalted Butter
If you can't get enough of the mochi donuts, then you'll love this recipe for homemade mochi donuts. The dough is made from scratch and fried to perfection, creating a deliciously chewy and crunchy treat that is perfect for any occasion.
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Matcha (Green Tea) Mochi
Main Ingredients: Sweet Red Bean Paste, Sweet Rice Flour, Matcha Powder
Green tea lovers will rejoice at this matcha mochi recipe. The addition of matcha powder not only gives the dough a beautiful green hue, but also adds a unique and delicious flavor that pairs perfectly with the beer can chicken.
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Matcha Mochi Cake
Main Ingredients: Glutinous Rice Flour, Matcha Powder, Vegetable Oil
This recipe takes the classic mochi dough and transforms it into a delicious and indulgent cake. The addition of matcha powder and a sweetened condensed milk topping makes this cake a rich and decadent treat that is perfect for any special occasion.
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Easy Mochi
Main Ingredients: Sweetened Red Bean Paste, Sweet Rice Flour, Green Tea
If you're new to the world of mochi, then this easy mochi recipe is a great place to start. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a delicious and versatile dough that can be used in a variety of recipes, including beer can chicken.
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Matcha Green Tea Mochi
Main Ingredients: Glutinous Rice Flour, Sugar, Green Tea Powder, Water
Another great recipe for green tea lovers, this matcha green tea mochi is a tasty and unique twist on the classic dough. The addition of almond extract gives it a subtle and delicious flavor, while the green tea powder adds a vibrant color.
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Matcha Mochi Muffins
Main Ingredients: Glutinous Rice Flour, Matcha Powder, Vegetable Oil
If you're looking for a new way to enjoy your morning coffee, try these matcha mochi muffins. The chewy and tender mochi dough is a great complement to the crunchy and crumbly muffin top, making it a delicious and satisfying breakfast option.
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New Year Empower Detox Smoothie
Main Ingredients: Grapefruit, Granny Smith Apple, Pineapple, Mint Leaves
This recipe is not only delicious, but also a great way to start the new year on a healthy note. The combination of fresh fruits and vegetables, along with the addition of matcha powder, makes this smoothie a nutritious and energizing option to enjoy alongside your beer can chicken.
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Mochi Brownies
Main Ingredients: Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Granulated White
Brownies and mochi? It may seem like an unlikely pairing, but trust us, it works. The chewy and tender mochi dough adds a unique and delicious texture to these classic brownies, making them a decadent and indulgent dessert option.
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Sweet Mochi
Main Ingredients: Mochiko, Water, Sugar, Cornstarch, Anko, Ice Cream
This recipe takes the classic mochi dough and adds a sweet and creamy filling, making it a delicious and indulgent dessert option. The addition of sweetened condensed milk gives it a rich and decadent flavor that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
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Butter Mochi
Main Ingredients: Flour, Granulated Sugar, Baking Powder, Butter, Milk
This butter mochi recipe is a great option for those who prefer a less sweet dessert. The addition of butter gives the dough a rich and savory flavor, making it a great complement to the beer can chicken.
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Longevity Noodles for Chinese New Year
Main Ingredients: Noodles, Toasted Sesame Oil, Garlic, Fresh Ginger, Low
This recipe is a great way to celebrate Chinese New Year in a delicious and meaningful way. The longevity noodles symbolize long life, and the addition of beer can chicken makes it a perfect dish to enjoy with family and friends.
Ingredients:
For the mochi dough:
1 ½ cups glutinous rice flour
1 cup water
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the filling:
1 cup red bean paste
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon water
Instructions:
In a microwave-safe bowl, mix together the glutinous rice flour, water, and sugar. Stir until well combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the mixture with a wooden spoon.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap again and microwave for an additional 1 minute.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the cornstarch and vanilla extract.
Place the dough onto a flat surface dusted with glutinous rice flour.
Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
In a separate bowl, mix together the red bean paste, sugar, and water to create the filling.
Dust your hands with rice flour and divide the dough into small balls.
Flatten the balls and place a small amount of the red bean filling in the center.
Wrap the dough around the filling and pinch the edges to seal it.
Roll the mochi balls in some rice flour to prevent sticking.
Place the mochi balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cover the mochi balls with plastic wrap and let them rest for 30 minutes.
Enjoy your homemade mochi as a tasty treat during your New Year's celebration!
With this simple recipe, you can create delicious mochi that will impress your family and friends. The combination of the soft and chewy mochi dough with the sweet and flavorful red bean filling is sure to be a hit. You can also get creative and try different fillings such as chocolate, strawberry, or matcha. Have fun and enjoy this traditional Japanese treat as you ring in the New Year!
