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Green Tea Matcha Mochi, fresh green tea flavor and gluten-free dough
Japanese mochi with green tea powder

Green Tea Matcha Mochi

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
The atmosphere of a Japanese tea ceremony captured in a sweet treat. Matcha (green tea powder) gives the dough not only a beautiful emerald green color but also an earthy flavor rich in antioxidants, which cuts through the sugar's sweetness. This basic recipe can also be the dough for 'Daifuku' if you add a filling.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 6 servings
🔥 Calories 120 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Microwave or steamer
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Silicone spatula

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix the flour, sugar, and matcha with the water until smooth in a heatproof bowl.

Tip: Matcha tends to clump, so it's worth sifting it with the dry ingredients.
2 ✓

Steam for 15 minutes, or microwave covered in 1-minute intervals (about 2-3 minutes total), stirring thoroughly after each interval.

Tip: Stirring (mechanical action) helps develop the elastic structure during gelatinization.
3 ✓

When the dough is uniform, translucent, and very sticky, turn it onto a board dusted with cornstarch.

Tip: Don't skimp on the starch, or you won't be able to handle it.
4 ✓

Shape into balls while still warm.

Tip: When cold, the dough becomes stiffer and harder to shape.

Recipe FAQ

Why does it harden by the next day?
The starch recrystallizes (staling). A few seconds in the microwave can revive it.
Choking hazard?
Yes, mochi is very sticky. Eat in small bites and chew thoroughly!

Ingredients

  • 3.5 oz Sweet Rice Flour (Mochiko)
  • 0.25 cup Sugar
  • 1 tsp Matcha Powder
  • 0.75 cup Water
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch (for dusting)