Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Blueberry Cream Mochi Buns, a unique dessert that combines a soft, chewy mochi shell with a creamy blueberry filling. These buns are not only visually stunning but also melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect for any gathering or as a sweet treat at home, they cater to both novice and experienced bakers alike. With their fluffy texture and fresh fruit topping, these mochi buns are sure to impress friends and family. Whether enjoyed at a picnic or served at a dinner party, this Japanese-inspired dessert will satisfy your cravings for something sweet and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh blueberries (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Cover loosely with plastic wrap.
- Microwave for 2 minutes, stir, then microwave for another minute until thick and sticky.
- Dust a clean surface with cornstarch or potato starch and let the dough cool slightly before handling.
- Beat cream cheese until fluffy; add heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and mashed blueberries; whip until smooth.
- Divide cooled mochi dough into portions; flatten each piece into circles.
- Spoon filling into the center of each circle; pinch edges to seal into buns.
- Arrange on a baking tray seam-side down; chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg