Mochi Dessert Made The Japanese Way With A Simple Home-Style Recipe

By Shreya Sarpal

December 11, 2025

A soft, chewy mochi dessert that blends traditional Japanese texture with a delicate sweetness. This quick, homemade version is perfect when you want a cute, café-style treat without the fuss, simple ingredients, and dreamy results.

Ingredients

1 cup glutinous rice flour 1 cup milk ¼ cup sugar 1 tbsp cornflour ½ cup sweetened red bean paste (or any filling)

Step 1

Mix milk, sugar, and glutinous rice flour in a bowl until smooth and lump-free.

Step 2

Microwave or steam the batter for 3-4 minutes, until it thickens and becomes stretchy.

Step 3

Dust a board with cornflour and carefully transfer the hot dough, let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Flatten small portions of dough, place a teaspoon of filling inside, and pinch to seal.

Step 5

Chill for 20-30 minutes so the mochi sets and gets its signature bouncy texture.