Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 pint raspberry sorbet
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
Special equipment needed:
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Plastic wrap
- Rolling pin
- Ice cream scoop
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix together the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and water until well combined.
2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
3. Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the mixture until it forms a smooth dough.
4. Dust a clean surface with cornstarch and roll out the dough into a thin sheet.
5. Cut the dough into small squares, about 2 inches in size.
6. Place a small scoop of raspberry sorbet and vanilla ice cream onto each square.
7. Fold the corners of the square over the ice cream and pinch the edges together to seal.
8. Place the mochi ice cream balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 1 hour.
9. Serve the mochi ice cream balls with fresh raspberries on top.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 2 minutes
Temperature:
- Microwave on high for 2 minutes
Serving size:
- Makes 12 mochi ice cream balls
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Any fruit sorbet or ice cream can be substituted for raspberry sorbet and vanilla ice cream.
- Regular rice flour can be substituted for glutinous rice flour, but the texture will be different.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the ice cream filling for added texture.
- Use different flavors of ice cream and sorbet to create unique combinations.
Tips and tricks:
- Dust your hands with cornstarch to prevent the mochi dough from sticking.
- Freeze the mochi ice cream balls for at least 1 hour before serving to ensure they are firm.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover mochi ice cream balls in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Mochi ice cream balls should not be reheated, as the texture will become tough.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the mochi ice cream balls on a platter with fresh raspberries and mint leaves for garnish.
Garnishes:
- Fresh raspberries and mint leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of sparkling wine or champagne for a special occasion.
Suggested side dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mochi dough is too sticky, add more cornstarch to the surface and your hands.
- If the mochi ice cream balls are too hard to bite into, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and any equipment used in the preparation of the mochi ice cream balls to prevent contamination.
Food history:
- Mochi ice cream originated in Japan and has become a popular dessert in many countries around the world.
Flavor profiles:
- The sweet and chewy mochi dough pairs perfectly with the tart raspberry sorbet and creamy vanilla ice cream.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the mochi ice cream balls as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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Region: Japanese