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    Japanese Mochi Ice Cream

    Last Modified: March 12, 2021 - Published by: christieathome

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    japanese mochi ice cream

    Japanese Mochi Ice Cream. Chewy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside. Perfect for dessert on a warm day! These mochi ice cream balls are made with 5 ingredients and can be dairy-free and vegan if you buy dairy-free ice cream.

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    I love Mochi Ice Cream! They are one of my all time favourite desserts in the world. I just adore the texture of the chewy rice wrapper about the soft creamy ball of ice cream. There are also multiple mochi fillings from matcha ice cream to strawberry to vanilla or chocolate!

    Japanese Mochi Ice Cream is a dessert that has been around for ages and one that I've always wanted to make but was too intimidated by. But it really wasn't too challenging. I can't say it was easy because then I'd be lying.

    I think the most hardest part was sealing the wrapper around the ball of ice cream before it melts. However if you follow my tips and recipe carefully, you should be fine! Please don't let the above frighten you from making them. I share step by step pictures on how to make ice cream mochi.

    I know there are many mochi ice cream recipes online but this one only contains 5 ingredients! So do check it out and let me know if it works for you!

    For this Recipe

    You will need the following mochi ice cream ingredients:

    12 scoops matcha ice cream
    1.5 cups glutinous rice flour *it must be glutinous rice flour, not rice flour as rice flour is not sticky enough and you won't be able to achieve the same results*
    3 tablespoon icing sugar
    1.5 cups hot boiling water
    Cornstarch for dusting your work surface

    How to Make Mochi Ice Cream

    The night before:

    Scoop your ice cream using an ice cream scoop and pack it into the scoop. Scrape off any excess ice cream on the top and release the ice cream ball into a silicone muffin cup. The bottom of the ball should be flat.

    ice cream for Japanese Mochi Ice Cream

    On the day of:

    In a microwaveable bowl, whisk the dry ingredients together and then make a well in the middle of your flour. Then pour the hot boiling water. Whisk until combined. Then use a spatula and scrape down the side of the bowl.

    wrapper dough

    Cover with cling film and microwave for 4 minutes. The cling film will stick to the dough ball but that's ok. Remove the cling film. Allow the dough to cool and rest.

    mochi dough

    Dust your surface and your dough ball very well with cornstarch. Roll out the dough into a thin rectangle.

    mochi dough

    Use a round cookie cutter to cut 11-12 cm wide circular wrappers. You will have to knead the dough again and roll it out again to create more wrappers.

    mochi dough

    Brush the excess cornstarch off your wrappers. This is important to keep the wrapper sticky when you seal them later.

    brush off excess corn starch

    Lay your wrappers in between cling film and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

    wrappers for Japanese Mochi Ice Cream

    When ready, lay your wrapper on the same piece of cling film. Then add your frozen ice cream in the middle.

    wrapping Japanese Mochi Ice Cream

    Fold the wrapper upwards and pinch the edges up to seal them. Then fold up the cling film and twist it together until it's sealed.

    Japanese Mochi Ice Cream

    Freeze your mochi's in a sealed container overnight before consuming. To enjoy: remove from the freezer as they will be rock hard and then let it sit at room temperature for 5 -7 minutes until a bit softer.

    Enjoy your homemade mochi ice cream!

    Tips for Making the Mochi Ice Cream

    • Scoop your ice cream using an ice cream scoop and press it firm into the scoop
    • Flatten your ice cream balls so the base is completely flat using a knife
    • Scoop your ice cream balls into silicone muffin cups or cling film. Something that you can easily peel away from. This will come in handy and prevents the heat of your fingers from touching the ice cream when you wrap it
    • Freeze the ice cream balls for at least 4 hours uncovered or overnight in a sealed container. But no more than 2 days or it'll freezer burn
    • The dough is actually very easy to make. But I HIGHLY recommend kneading it on a WELL-FLOURED SMOOTH surface. It's important. This dough ball is very sticky so if you don't coat it in enough corn starch, it'll stick everywhere making it a very challenging process.
    • Use a heavy weight rolling pin and roll out your dough thinly.
    • Use a 11-12 cm in diameter round cookie cutter or a traditional rice bowl if you have one.
    • Refrigerate your wrappers for 30 minutes to ensure they've cooled down so when you wrap your ice cream it won't melt the ice cream
    • When wrapping you must work quickly or the ice cream will melt
    • When wrapping pull the wrapper up around the ice cream ball and pinch the ends so they wrap up into a little ball. There's no right or wrong way to do this but you do want to seal your ball up so the ice cream can't escape
    • Use cling film to wrap your mochi ball and twist the ends but don't twist too tightly as it can impact the shape of your ball
    • Freeze the mochi ice cream balls overnight in an airtight container. Before serving, allow to sit in room temperature for 7-10 minutes to thaw a little until soft. Then enjoy!

    I hope these tips were helping in teaching you how to make mochi ice cream!

    FAQ

    Where can I find glutinous rice flour?

    This ingredient can be found at most Asian grocery stores in the flour or dried section aisle. You may also find it online.

    Can I use Rice Flour not Glutinous Rice Flour for mochi ice cream?

    No it must be glutinous rice flour, not rice flour as rice flour is not sticky enough and you won't be able to achieve the same results.

    What is Japanese mochi ice cream?

    It is ice cream that is frozen solid and wrapped in a delicious soft chewy mochi dough that is slightly powdered. When defrosted a bit, the contrast of the ice cream against the chewy soft dough is so delicious!

    What is mochi ice cream made of?

    I It's ice cream wrapped in a soft chewy dough made of glutinous rice flour.

    Give it a try!

    Well I hope you give my Japanese Mochi Ice Cream recipe a try! It always excites me when you guys make my recipes and I hope this is one you try.

    Thanks for visiting my blog! If you enjoyed this mochi ice cream recipe, please share it with your family and friends or on social media! Take a picture if you've made my recipe and tag me on Instagram @christieathome in your feed or stories so I can share your creation in my stories with credits to you!

    Made this recipe and loved it?

    If you could leave a star rating for my mochi ice cream green tea balls, I would greatly appreciate it 🙂 Thanks so much!

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    Christie

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    japanese mochi ice cream

    Japanese Mochi Ice Cream

    christieathome
    Japanese Mochi Ice Cream. Chewy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside. Perfect for dessert on a warm day!
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 1 hr
    Cook Time 4 mins
    Chilling time: 1 d
    Total Time 1 hr 4 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Japanese
    Servings 12 pieces
    Calories per serving 83 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 scoops ice cream matcha or flavour of choice

    Wrapper:

    • 1.5 cups glutinous rice flour
    • 3 tablespoon icing sugar
    • 1.5 cups hot boiling water
    • Cornstarch for dusting

    Instructions
     

    The night before:

    • Scoop your ice cream using an ice cream scoop and pack it into the scoop. Scrape off any excess ice cream on the top and release the ice cream ball into a silicone muffin cup. The bottom of the ball should be flat.

    On the day of:

    • In a microwaveable bowl, whisk the dry ingredients together and then make a well in the middle of your flour. Then pour the hot boiling water. Whisk until combined. Then use a spatula and scrape down the side of the bowl.
    • Cover with cling film and microwave for 4 minutes. The cling film will stick to the dough ball but that's ok. Remove the cling film. Allow the dough to cool and rest.
    • Dust your surface and your dough ball very well with cornstarch. Roll out the dough into a thin rectangle.
    • Use a round cookie cutter to cut 11-12 cm wide circular wrappers. You will have to knead the dough again and roll it out again to create more wrappers.
    • Brush the excess cornstarch off your wrappers. This is important to keep the wrapper sticky when you seal them later.
    • Lay your wrappers in between cling film and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
    • When ready, lay your wrapper on the same piece of cling film. Then add your frozen ice cream in the middle.
    • Fold the wrapper upwards and pinch the edges up to seal them. Then fold up the cling film and twist it together until it's sealed.
    • Freeze your mochi's in a sealed container overnight before consuming. To enjoy: remove from the freezer as they will be rock hard and then let it sit at room temperature for 5 -7 minutes until a bit softer.
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    Nutrition
    Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Japanese
    Keyword mochi ice cream, mochi ice cream balls, mochi ice cream green tea, mochi ice cream recipe, the mochi ice cream

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    1. Makeup Muddle

      May 23, 2020 at 11:21 am

      Wow this ice-cream looks delicious! I've never tried making my own before, but I'd love to try xo

      Makeup Muddle

      Reply
    2. Alex

      May 25, 2020 at 4:37 am

      5 stars
      This is such a wonderful dessert, Christie! I never would have thought to do this - but I love these sweet bites so much!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 25, 2020 at 12:44 pm

        Thanks so much Alex! They are so good!

        Reply
    3. Heidi | The Frugal Girls

      May 25, 2020 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow... what a fun treat, and I love that it takes so few ingredients to make it, too!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 27, 2020 at 3:39 pm

        Thanks so much Heidi!

        Reply
    4. Never Ending Journeys

      May 25, 2020 at 7:27 pm

      5 stars
      What a delicious dessert idea! I've never heard of mochi ice cream before, but it sounds so good!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 27, 2020 at 3:39 pm

        Thanks so much! They are definitely worth trying. So addictive!

        Reply
    5. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      May 25, 2020 at 11:17 pm

      5 stars
      What fun little treats! I've seen mochi treats around the Internet but I've never actually made them. They look terrific!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 27, 2020 at 3:39 pm

        Thanks so much Katherine! They are definitely worth trying to make.

        Reply
    6. Rebecca Dillon

      May 27, 2020 at 12:43 pm

      5 stars
      Mochi ice cream is my favorite! Thanks sooooo much for this recipe!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 27, 2020 at 3:39 pm

        Thanks so much! It's my favourite as well!

        Reply
    7. Sherri

      May 27, 2020 at 2:08 pm

      5 stars
      Such a refreshing treat for the summertime! Love that there is a vegan option for these too! I could really go for one right about now; it is sooooooo hot here. Thanks for the awesome recipe and easy-to-follow steps! 🙂

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 27, 2020 at 3:38 pm

        Thanks so much Sherri! Glad I could share a vegan version with you.

        Reply
    8. Rosemary

      May 28, 2020 at 10:15 am

      5 stars
      This is soooo cool!! (cool like ice cream too hehe). I had no idea how these were prepared! Thanks for sharing pictures of the recipe steps I love seeing those!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        May 28, 2020 at 4:15 pm

        Thanks Rosemary!! They are so delicious and glad I could share the step by step pictures.

        Reply

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