Green Tea Mochi

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1

Enjoy the delicious Green Tea Mochi with friends and family

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

231

Sugar

21g

Fat

0.5g

Green Tea Mochi is a traditional Japanese dessert that consists of sweet mochi stuffed with red bean paste or other sweet fillings. The addition of green tea powder to the mochi gives it a unique, earthy flavor that is perfect for dessert lovers. This recipe is easy to prepare and only requires a few ingredients, making it an ideal option for those who are short on time but still want to enjoy this delicious dessert. Be sure to serve the Green Tea Mochi with tea to complement the flavor of the green tea powder.

Instructions

1.	Sift the mochiko and gelatin powder into a large mixing bowl. Add the green tea powder and sugar, then mix well.
2.	Open the can of milk green tea, pour it into a measuring cup and add water until the mixture reaches 16 ounces.
3.	Pour the green tea mixture into the mixing bowl containing the dry ingredients. Mix everything together well.
4.	Cover the mixing bowl with a clean towel and steam for 1 hour.
5.	Once cooked, allow the mochi to cool before handling. Dust a clean surface with cornstarch and roll the mochi out to the desired thickness. Add red bean paste at the center if you like, fold the mochi and roll into a ball.

PROS

Green Tea Mochi is a sweet dessert that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.

This recipe is easy to prepare and only requires a few ingredients.

It is a great way to incorporate green tea into your diet and enjoy its numerous health benefits.

CONS

This recipe contains a lot of sugar and is not suitable for people who are watching their sugar intake.

The mochi could be too sticky to work with, making it difficult to shape.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe uses green tea powder, which is loaded with antioxidants and has been linked to various health benefits.
It has been shown to boost metabolism, aid in weight loss, and lower the risk of heart disease.

	1 lb mochiko sweet rice flour
	4 envelopes knox gelatin
	2 tablespoons green tea powder
	1 1/2 cups sugar
	1 can milk green tea
	12 ounces water
	1/2 cup red bean paste ( optional )