Mochi Chocolate Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough for Mochi
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1 cup (150g) sticky rice flour
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2 tbsp (15g) cornstarch
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1 tbsp oil for cooking
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1 cup (240ml) full-fat milk
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1/4 cup (48g) white sugar
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2 tbsp (15g) unsweetened cocoa powder
→ Creamy Chocolate Filling
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7.9oz (225g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped up
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2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
→ To Assemble
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1/2 cup (60g) cocoa powder, used for dusting
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine cream, butter, and chopped chocolate in a bowl. Melt everything together and stir until silky. Chill for 1 to 2 hours until it's thickened. Roll into 8 balls and chill some more.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together rice flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and cornstarch. Slowly pour in milk and mix until you get a smooth liquid.
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Microwave the covered batter for 2 minutes, give it a stir, then microwave 2 more minutes until it's turned slightly sticky and clear. Knead the hot dough with oil until it's soft and smooth.
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Cut the dough into 8 pieces. Flatten each one, place a chilled ganache ball in the middle, and wrap the dough around to seal it shut.
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Drop the filled mochi into cocoa powder and roll around until everything's covered nicely.
# Notes:
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Enjoy within 24 hours for best flavor.
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Store in the fridge to keep fresh.
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Let it sit out for a while before eating for the ideal texture.