“All I Know Is I Haven’t Had A Whiff Of Wu Or Tang.” – Laszlo Cravensworth
We don't advise attending the bi-annual vampire party, especially if your name is Mike, but if you do get invited, make sure you bring this mochi!
Bi-Annual Vampire Party Mochi
What you need:
1 C glutinous rice flour
1 tsp baking cocoa
1 C water
¼ C white sugar
½ C cornstarch, for rolling out the dough
1 ½ C (8oz/225g) red velvet ice cream
A few drops of red or black food coloring (optional)
What you do:
Line a small tray with parchment paper.
With a small ice cream scoop or spoon, scoop out twelve 2 tablespoon-sized scoops of ice cream (about .75oz /20g) onto the prepared and place in the freezer. Let chill for at least 1 hour.
Mix sweet rice flour and cocoa powder thoroughly in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl. Stir in water, then sugar. Mix until smooth. Cover bowl with plastic wrap.
Cook the rice flour mixture in the microwave, covered with plastic wrap, for 3 minutes and 30 seconds. If adding food coloring, stir in at this point until completely blended. It will be super sticky. Cover and heat for another 15 to 30 seconds.
Dust work surface with cornstarch. While the mochi is still hot from the microwave, begin rolling balls the size of about 2 tablespoons. Flatten the mochi ball and place 1 frozen ice cream ball in the center. Pinch the mochi over the ice cream until the paste is completely covered. Trim away any excess. Sprinkle with additional cornstarch and place mochi seam side down in a paper muffin liner to prevent sticking. Repeat until all the mochi and ice cream is used.
Allow mochi to freeze totally for a minimum of 2 hours in the freezer. When ready to eat, remove from the freezer and let sit for a few minutes to let soften.
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