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Homemade Mochi Ice Cream

Chewy mochi-wrapped ice cream bites made from scratch in under 30 minutes—no special equipment needed. Sweet, tender shells encase creamy ice cream for a delightful contrast.

Total time
25 min
Servings
12
Calories
195
Protein
2g
Homemade Mochi Ice Cream
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix mochiko, cornstarch, powdered sugar, and condensed milk in a bowl until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Add vanilla extract and stir until dough comes together and is slightly sticky.

  3. Step 3

    Dust a cutting board with cornstarch. Turn dough onto board and gently flatten to 1/4-inch thick.

  4. Step 4

    Cut dough into 12 squares. Scoop ice cream into 12 small balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.

  5. Step 5

    Freeze ice cream balls for 10 minutes until firmer.

  6. Step 6

    Wrap one dough square around each ice cream ball, sealing edges by pressing gently.

  7. Step 7

    Place mochi balls on parchment and freeze until ready to serve, at least 5 minutes.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • spoon
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • ice cream scoop
  • parchment paper
  • freezer-safe tray

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