Japanese Green Tea Mochi with Red Bean Center
Delicate and chewy mochi bursting with a sweet red bean core
Enjoy a traditional Japanese dessert that pairs the earthy flavor of matcha with a sweet, creamy red bean filling.
- 1 h 30 min
- 12 pieces
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Mochi Dough
For the Red Bean Filling
For the Dusting
Preparation
Preparing the Red Bean Filling
Combine Ingredients
Mix the sweet red bean paste with powdered sugar until well combined.
Portion the Filling
Divide the paste into 12 equal portions and roll them into balls.
Chill
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate.
Preparing the Mochi Dough
Mix Ingredients
Whisk together glutinous rice flour, water, sugar, and sifted matcha powder until smooth.
Sift the matcha powder to ensure a smooth and vibrant green mochi dough.
First Microwave
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, leaving a small opening for steam, and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Be careful when handling hot mochi dough to avoid burns.
Second Microwave
Stir the dough, re-cover, and microwave for another minute until it becomes translucent.
Cooking Process
Shaping the Mochi
Allow the dough to cool slightly, then dust a work surface with starch and knead the dough lightly.
Filling the Mochi
Flatten each portion of dough into a disc, then place a red bean filling ball in the center. Gently wrap the dough around the filling, pinching edges to seal.
Final Coating
Roll each mochi ball in the extra starch to prevent sticking.
Plating & Serving
Japanese Green Tea Mochi with Red Bean Center
Japanese Green Tea Mochi with Red Bean Center
Plating & Serving
Place the finished mochi on a bamboo platter, dusted with a light sprinkle of matcha for a traditional presentation.