Description
Lemon Cheese Mochi Dessert is a chewy, sweet treat with a bright lemon flavor and a creamy cheesecake-like center. This easy fusion dessert combines the soft, stretchy texture of mochi with the richness of lemon-flavored cream cheese for a refreshing and satisfying bite. Perfect for spring gatherings or anytime you crave a unique, delightful dessert. Keywords: lemon mochi, cheese mochi, lemon cheesecake mochi
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Cornstarch, for dusting
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix mochiko, sugar, water, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Microwave the mixture in a microwave-safe bowl, covered loosely, for 2 minutes. Stir, then microwave again for another 1–2 minutes until thick and sticky.
- In a separate small bowl, mix softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Dust a clean surface with cornstarch. Turn out the cooked mochi and let it cool slightly.
- Divide mochi into small portions. Flatten each piece, add a small spoonful of cream cheese filling, and pinch to seal.
- Roll each filled mochi gently in cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use plenty of cornstarch while shaping the mochi to avoid sticking. You can add more lemon zest to the cream cheese filling for an extra zing.
Nutrition
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
