Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mochi pieces
- Popsicle molds
Special equipment needed:
- Blender or food processor
- Popsicle sticks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, blend the mochi pieces until they are finely ground.
2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth.
4. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
5. Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and ground mochi.
6. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and insert popsicle sticks.
7. Freeze the popsicles for at least 4 hours or until they are completely frozen.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Freezing time: 4 hours
Temperature:
Freezer temperature: 0°F (-18°C)
Serving size:
Makes 6 popsicles
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg
Sodium: 120mg
Total carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Total sugars: 22g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use coconut milk instead of heavy cream for a dairy-free option.
- You can use any flavor of mochi pieces you like.
Variations:
- Add chopped fruit or chocolate chips to the popsicle molds before pouring in the mixture.
- Use different flavors of mochi pieces for different flavor combinations.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to blend the mochi pieces finely so that they mix well into the popsicle mixture.
- If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little more milk to thin it out.
Storage instructions:
- Store the popsicles in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Reheating instructions:
- There is no need to reheat the popsicles. Simply remove them from the freezer and enjoy!
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the popsicles on a bed of crushed ice for a fun and festive presentation.
Garnishes:
- You can sprinkle chopped nuts or toasted coconut on top of the popsicles for added texture and flavor.
Pairings:
- Serve the popsicles with fresh fruit or a fruit salad for a refreshing summer treat.
Suggested side dishes:
- These popsicles are a dessert on their own and do not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the popsicles are difficult to remove from the molds, run the molds under warm water for a few seconds to loosen them.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils thoroughly before preparing the recipe.
- Store the popsicles in the freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice flour. It is often used in desserts and sweets.
Flavor profiles:
- These popsicles have a sweet and creamy flavor with a chewy texture from the ground mochi pieces.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the popsicles as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Region: Japanese