Can I make Apple Mochi without a microwave?

Absolutely! While microwaving is the fastest method, you can also steam the dough. Just pour the mochi mixture into a heatproof bowl, cover it with a lid or foil, and steam it for about 15 minutes. Stir once halfway through for even cooking. The result is just as soft and chewy—so no microwave, no problem!

What kind of apples work best for mochi?

Great question! Apples like Fuji , Honeycrisp , or Gala are ideal for Apple Mochi . They hold their shape when cooked and strike the perfect balance between sweet and tart. Softer varieties like Red Delicious can get too mushy, so it's best to avoid those.

How long does homemade Apple Mochi last?

Homemade Apple Mochi is best enjoyed within 1–2 days when stored in the fridge. After that, the texture starts to dry out. For longer storage, wrap each piece tightly and freeze for up to a month. Just thaw in the fridge before serving.

Can I freeze Apple Mochi?

You sure can! Just wrap each mochi piece in plastic wrap or store them in an airtight container. When you’re ready to eat, thaw them in the fridge—no microwave needed unless you want to warm them up a touch.

Apple Mochi Recipe: Chewy, Sweet Japanese Treat

Description

Apple Mochi is a chewy Japanese dessert with a sweet cinnamon apple filling wrapped in soft glutinous rice dough. This homemade treat is naturally gluten-free, easy to make, and perfect for snacks or festive gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

2 apples, peeled and diced
20g unsalted butter (or neutral oil)
15g brown sugar
2g ground cinnamon
10g lemon juice
100g water
100g glutinous rice flour
20g cornstarch
20g granulated sugar
170g milk (or almond milk)
12g beetroot powder (optional)
20g vegetable oil
200g whipping cream (or coconut cream)
15g granulated sugar (for whipped cream)

Instructions

In a pan, melt butter and add diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook until softened.
Pour in water, cover and simmer for 5–6 minutes. Add lemon juice, then cook uncovered until moisture evaporates.
In a bowl, mix glutinous rice flour, cornstarch, sugar, beetroot powder, and milk until smooth.
Cover with plastic wrap, poke holes, and microwave for 3–4 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Add vegetable oil to the dough and knead until smooth and stretchy.
Divide the dough into 8 portions, flatten each, and place a spoonful of apple filling and whipped cream in the center.
Seal the mochi and place seam-side down on parchment. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use Fuji or Honeycrisp apples for best texture and sweetness.
To make it vegan, use almond milk and coconut cream.
Dust hands and surface with cooked glutinous rice flour to prevent sticking.
Skip whipped cream for a lighter version.

Prep Time: PT20M
Cook Time: PT10M
Category: Dessert
Method: Microwave or Steam
Cuisine: Japanese Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mochi
Calories: 280
Sugar: 17g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Apple Mochi, Homemade Mochi, Gluten-Free Japanese Dessert, Cinnamon Apple Snack, Fruit Mochi