Black Sesame and Matcha Mochi Bites

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Chewy mochi bites infused with earthy matcha and topped with nutty black sesame seeds. This Japanese-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, layers sweet rice flour (mochiko), granulated sugar, water into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 50 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 12 Japanese cuisine 50 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together 1 cup sweet rice flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 2 tsp matcha powder until evenly combined.
  2. Step 2: Gradually add 3/4 cup water to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth and lump-free.
  3. Step 3: Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove and stir vigorously with a wet spatula.
  4. Step 4: Microwave again in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mochi is thick, shiny, and slightly translucent (about 3 total minutes).
  5. Step 5: Dust a clean surface with 1/4 cup cornstarch. Transfer the hot mochi onto the surface and sprinkle 2 tbsp black sesame seeds over the top.
  6. Step 6: Using a wet knife or spatula, cut mochi into 1-inch squares and roll each piece lightly in cornstarch to prevent sticking.
  7. Step 7: Allow mochi bites to cool before serving as chewy, subtly sweet treats with a toasted sesame crunch.

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