Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour (sweet rice flour)
- 1/4 cup tapioca starch
- 3/4 cup sweet rice wine or water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Red bean paste or Custard filling (for Baymax’s interior)
- Food coloring (white or pink for Baymax)
- Cornstarch (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the 1 cup glutinous rice flour, tapioca starch, and sugar.
- Add water or rice wine gradually, mixing until a smooth batter forms.
- Color the mixture white or pink by adding food coloring to match Baymax’s appearance.
- Microwave the mixture on high for about 1 minute, then stir well. Repeat until the dough becomes sticky and translucent.
- Dust your work surface with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the hot mochi dough onto the surface and knead gently to cool slightly.
- Divide the dough into small, equal-sized pieces.
- Flatten each piece and add a spoonful of red bean paste or custard in the center.
- Pinch the edges together to enclose the filling, shaping into a round ball.
For a realistic Baymax look, you can use edible markers or small candy eyes to add facial features. To store leftovers, see the storage tips section. Enjoy your homemade Baymax mochi inspired by San Fransokyo food!
Notes
- Dust hands and work surface generously with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Ensure the mochi is fully cooled before sealing to avoid tearing.
- You can customize the fillings to include chocolate, fruit preserves, or other sweet spreads.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mochi
- Calories: 85 Kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg