Delicious Mochi Bears Filled with Strawberries & Cream Treat

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Mochi, a popular Japanese dessert known for its chewy and stretchy texture, has found a new form in the delightful Strawberry Mochi Bears. This versatile recipe, which requires just 45 minutes of your time, is surprisingly simple to make and offers a fun twist on traditional mochi.

To begin, gather your ingredients: shiratamako or mochiko flour, water or milk, granulated sugar, whipped cream, fresh strawberries, cornstarch or potato starch, melted milk and white chocolate, and a medium microwave-safe bowl, whisk, small bowl, plastic wrap, knife, rubber spatula, bench scraper, rolling pin, toothpick or piping bag.

First, combine the mochi ingredients in the microwave-safe bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, poking holes to allow steam to escape. Microwave the mixture for about three minutes, stirring every minute, until it turns slightly transparent. Transfer the cooked mochi to a work surface lightly dusted with cornstarch to cool.

Next, divide the cooled mochi into six equal balls for the main body of the mochi bears. For the ears, remove 3 Tbsp. of mochi dough and split it into 12 balls.

To create the filling, add 1 to 2 Tbsp. of whipped cream and diced strawberries to the flattened mochi. Wrap the edges of the mochi around the filling to ensure it stays inside.

For decoration, using water to glue the ears onto each mochi helps in creating a more professional-looking bear. Melted milk and white chocolate can be used to draw on facial features, such as eyes, noses, and mouths.

Freezing the whipped cream for easier wrapping is a helpful tip provided in the recipe. Once decorated, store the mochi bears in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days for future consumption.

This recipe also allows for colour customization with matcha or food colouring, and variations such as using strawberry jam or sweet red bean paste instead of fresh strawberries.

In conclusion, making homemade mochi is simpler than assumed, and the recipe provided creates strawberry mochi shaped like bears. Give it a try and enjoy this delightful dessert!

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