Description
Delight in the soft, chewy texture of Blueberry Cream Mochi Buns, a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh blueberries with a creamy filling. These mochi buns are incredibly easy to prepare, taking just over half an hour to make from start to finish. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in, they promise to be a crowd-pleaser that will leave your taste buds singing. With endless customization options and beautiful presentation, these buns are not only delicious but also visually appealing—ideal for sharing on social media or enjoying with family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Cornstarch or potato starch (for dusting)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh blueberries (plus extra for topping)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Cover loosely with plastic wrap and microwave for 2 minutes. Stir and microwave for another minute until thickened.
- Dust a clean surface with cornstarch or potato starch and transfer the mochi dough to cool slightly.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Mix in heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and mashed blueberries until smooth.
- Divide the mochi dough into portions and flatten each piece into circles. Add a tablespoon of blueberry cream filling to each circle and seal tightly.
- Chill the buns seam-side down for about 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mochi bun (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg