Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream
Special equipment needed:
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Plastic wrap
- Ice cream scoop
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix together the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Gradually stir in the water until the mixture is smooth.
3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
4. Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the mixture with a spatula.
5. Cover the bowl again with plastic wrap and microwave for another 2 minutes.
6. Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
8. Divide the mochi dough into 8 equal pieces.
9. Flatten each piece of dough into a small disc.
10. Scoop a small ball of vanilla ice cream onto each disc of mochi dough.
11. Wrap the mochi dough around the ice cream ball, pinching the edges together to seal.
12. Place the mochi ice cream balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
13. Freeze the mochi ice cream balls for at least 2 hours.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 4 minutes
Temperature:
Microwave on high for 2 minutes, twice.
Serving size:
Makes 8 mochi ice cream balls.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 130
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 65mg
Sugar: 11g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any flavor of ice cream you prefer.
- Instead of vanilla extract, you can use other extracts such as almond or coconut.
Variations:
- You can add food coloring to the mochi dough to make it more colorful.
- You can roll the mochi ice cream balls in shredded coconut or chopped nuts for added texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to work quickly when wrapping the mochi dough around the ice cream to prevent it from melting.
- Wet your hands with water to prevent the mochi dough from sticking to your hands.
- Store the mochi ice cream balls in an airtight container in the freezer.
Storage instructions:
Store the mochi ice cream balls in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
There is no need to reheat the mochi ice cream balls. Simply remove them from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the mochi ice cream balls on a platter and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh fruit such as strawberries or raspberries.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot green tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mochi dough is too sticky, dust your hands with cornstarch.
- If the mochi dough is too dry, add a little bit of water.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use a microwave-safe bowl and handle the hot mochi dough carefully to prevent burns.
Food history:
Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice flour. It is often used in desserts and is a popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
The vanilla ice cream and mochi dough create a sweet and chewy flavor combination.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the mochi ice cream balls as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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Region: Japanese