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Close-up of Strawberry Mochi on a plate, showing a whole strawberry wrapped in soft red mochi dough.

Strawberry Mochi

Author: Mandy Applegate
Strawberry Mochi is one of those treats that feels special but doesn’t take much effort to pull off. You’re skipping the usual red bean paste and using fresh strawberries wrapped in soft, fruit-flavored mochi dough—all done in the microwave, no steaming required. They work well for casual get-togethers, family dinners, or just when you want something fun to share. They also hold up well on the counter for a few days, and while they don’t freeze well, chances are they’ll be gone long before that’s a problem.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: Strawberry Mochi
Servings: 8
Calories: 108kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 16 fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup mochiko sweet rice flour or glutinous rice flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar any variety
  • ¼ cup cornstarch for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring optional
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Instructions

  • Blend 8 strawberries with 1 cup of water until smooth. Measure out exactly 1 cup of the purée.
    16 fresh strawberries, 1 cup water
  • In a microwave-safe glass bowl, combine the strawberry purée, mochiko, sugar, and food coloring (if using). Stir until smooth and no lumps remain.
    1 cup mochiko sweet rice flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon red food coloring
  • Microwave the mixture for 2 minutes. Stir well to incorporate any uncooked parts. Microwave for 1 more minute and stir again. The dough should be thick and slightly sticky.
  • Generously dust a baking sheet with cornstarch. Transfer the hot mochi onto the surface. Sprinkle more cornstarch on top, then roll it out into an even sheet using a rolling pin.
    ¼ cup cornstarch
  • Cut the mochi into 8 equal squares. Place a whole strawberry in the center of each piece. Pull up the edges around the strawberry and pinch to seal. Repeat with the rest.
  • Enjoy immediately for the best soft and chewy texture.

Notes

  • Choose the Right Strawberries: Pick strawberries that are small, ripe, and firm—they’ll be easier to wrap and won’t leak as much juice into the mochi.
  • Measure the Purée Exactly: Use exactly 1 cup of strawberry purée so your mochi dough isn’t too wet or too dry.
  • Don’t Skip the Stirring: Mixing well between microwaving steps helps you make sure the mochi cooks evenly and doesn’t end up raw in the center.
  • Use Hand Powder Generously: The dough will be sticky, so be sure to dust your hands, tools, and work surface well with corn starch or potato starch to prevent everything from sticking.
  • Work Quickly While Warm: Mochi is easiest to shape while it’s still warm and pliable. If it cools too much, it gets tougher to seal around the strawberries.
  • Seal with a Good Pinch: Make sure to completely seal the mochi around each strawberry to prevent it from opening later.
  • Trim Excess Dough if Needed: If you end up with too much dough around a strawberry, you can trim some off to keep it from getting too thick.
  • Skip or Change the Filling: You can also enjoy the mochi plain if you don’t want to use whole strawberries. Another easy option is to fill them with a small spoonful of strawberry jam for a softer, sweeter bite.

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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