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Watermelon Mochi

Delightfully Chewy Watermelon Mochi - A Fresh Summer Treat

Watermelon Mochi is a gluten-free and dairy-free dessert that combines fresh watermelon sweetness with chewy texture, perfect for summer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cubes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

For the Mochi Base
  • 1 cup fresh watermelon cubes
  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour essential for chewy texture
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch or arrowroot substitute
  • 1/4 cup maple sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil can substitute with grapeseed or coconut oil
For the Dusting
  • 1/4 cup glutinous rice flour to prevent sticking

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Non-stick pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Watermelon Mochi
  1. Start by placing fresh watermelon cubes into a blender. Blend until smooth, then strain the mixture through a fine sieve to extract ¾ cup of juice.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together glutinous rice flour, tapioca starch, and maple sugar until well combined.
  3. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Carefully pour in the ¾ cup of watermelon juice along with 1 tablespoon of avocado oil. Mix until smooth.
  4. Preheat a non-stick pan over low-medium heat. Pour the mochi mixture into the pan, stirring constantly for about 3–4 minutes until it thickens.
  5. Transfer the mochi dough to a sheet of parchment paper and shape it into a square approximately 15 x 15 cm. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
  6. Dust a clean surface with glutinous rice flour. Using an oiled knife, slice the chilled Watermelon Mochi into bite-sized cubes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2cubesCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh watermelon. Don’t rush the chilling process for perfect texture.

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