Blueberry Cream Mochi Buns
Delightful chewy buns filled with rich blueberry cream, perfect for healthy snacking or breakfast.
Ingredients
Mochi Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup Glutinous rice flour
- 3 tablespoons Sugar Adjust to taste
- 1 cup Water Gradually added
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder For a light texture
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or thawed if frozen
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream Substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor
Additional Ingredients
- as needed Cornstarch For dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, sugar, and baking powder; mix until blended.
- Gradually add water, stirring continuously until a dough forms.
- Gently fold in blueberries to avoid breaking them.
- Dust the work surface with cornstarch.
Cooking
- Take a small portion of the mochi dough and flatten it.
- In a separate bowl, mix heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Place a teaspoon of the cream mixture in the center of the flattened mochi and fold to seal.
- Preheat steamer on medium heat (about 212°F or 100°C).
- Arrange buns in steamer lined with parchment or silicone mat, leaving space between.
- Steam for about 15 minutes or until the buns become glossy and tender.
Serving
- Remove buns from steamer and let cool for a few minutes.
- Dust lightly with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Serve warm or cool to room temperature.
Notes
Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor, and keep mochi dough covered to prevent drying. Experiment with different fruits for variety.