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Chocolate Mochi with Ganache Center

Chocolate Mochi with Ganache Center
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Chocolate Mochi with Ganache Center is a delightful dessert that combines the chewy softness of traditional mochi dough with a rich, velvety chocolate ganache filling. This recipe uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients to create bite-sized treats that balance unique textures and deep chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion or as a sweet indulgence.

Ingredients

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Mochi Dough

  • 1 cup Sweet Rice Flour (Mochiko)
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • Potato Starch or Cornstarch for dusting

Ganache Filling

  • 4 oz Dark Chocolate, chopped
  • 1/3 cup Heavy Cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ganache Filling: Gently heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chopped dark chocolate. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Let it cool, then chill until firm but pliable for easy shaping.
  2. Mix the Mochi Dough: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine sweet rice flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and water. Stir until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Microwave in short bursts, stirring between each, until the dough becomes thick, sticky, and has translucent edges.
  3. Shape the Ganache Balls: Using your hands or a small scoop, form the chilled ganache into bite-sized balls. Place them on a lined tray to keep steady for wrapping.
  4. Assemble Mochi Around Ganache: Dust your work surface and hands generously with potato starch to prevent sticking. Take a portion of mochi dough, flatten it, then carefully wrap it around each ganache ball. Pinch the edges to seal and mold each into a smooth sphere.
  5. Final Touches and Rest: Lightly coat the finished mochi with more starch to prevent sticking. Let them rest for a few minutes to set before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Chill the ganache until firm but still soft enough for shaping without melting the mochi.
  • Work quickly and dust hands and surfaces liberally with starch to prevent the mochi from sticking.
  • Microwave the mochi dough mixture in intervals, stirring often to ensure even cooking and avoid burning.
  • Seal the mochi edges tightly to prevent ganache leakage during handling or storage.
  • Experiment with variations gradually to perfect your desired flavors.

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Keywords: Chocolate mochi, mochi with ganache, Japanese dessert, chewy mochi, chocolate ganache filling, gluten free dessert

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