Strawberry Mochi—Sweet & Chewy in 20 Min
Pillowy homemade mochi wrapped around fresh strawberries and creamy sweetened cream cheese. No oven needed—just a microwave, a bowl, and 20 minutes from start to plate.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix mochiko, sugar, and water in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth with no lumps.
Step 2
Microwave uncovered for 2 minutes, stir well, then microwave another 1–2 minutes until thick and translucent.
Step 3
Dust a plate generously with cornstarch. Spread the warm mochi onto the plate and dust the top.
Step 4
Let cool 5 minutes until you can handle it, then cut into 12 equal squares.
Step 5
Flatten each square, add 1 tsp cream cheese and 1 strawberry in the center, then wrap and seal.
Step 6
Serve at room temperature or chilled. Eat within 24 hours for best texture.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe bowl
- microwave
- spoon or spatula
- small plate or cutting board
- knife
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