Strawberry Cheese Mochi 🍓🍡

Steps

Step 1: Prepare the Filling

Start by preparing the strawberry cheese filling. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and well-combined. This forms the base of your filling. Next, add the whipping cream and strawberry jam, stirring until the mixture is fully incorporated and smooth. The strawberry jam will add a fruity sweetness to the creamy filling, creating a rich flavor profile. Transfer the filling mixture to a piping bag and pipe it into 50g portions. Once piped, place the filling in the freezer to solidify. This will ensure the filling is firm enough to handle when assembling the mochi later.

Step 2: Make the Mochi Dough

While the filling is freezing, begin making the mochi dough. In a large bowl, combine the corn starch, glutinous rice flour, sugar, and milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth. To ensure a lump-free dough, strain the mixture to remove any potential clumps. Once strained, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, poking a few small holes in the wrap for ventilation. Steam the mixture until it becomes thick and translucent, which should take about 15–20 minutes. The dough should be smooth, stretchy, and slightly sticky when fully cooked.

Step 3: Knead the Dough