High Protein Homemade Mochi Balls

Elevate your snack game with these High Protein Homemade Mochi Balls—a delightful fusion of traditional Japanese mochi and modern health-conscious ingredients. Made with glutinous rice flour and enriched with whey protein powder, these chewy treats pack a satisfying protein boost in every bite. The recipe incorporates creamy coconut milk for a velvety texture and optional red bean paste for a sweet, indulgent filling. Steamed to perfection, these mochi balls are simple to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Perfect as a post-workout snack or guilt-free dessert, they’re lightly coated in cornstarch for an inviting, soft finish. Easy to make, naturally gluten-free, and endlessly versatile, these mochi balls are sure to become your new favorite healthy treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Glutinous rice flour
• 0.5 cup Whey protein powder
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Sugar
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 0.5 cup Red bean paste (optional for filling)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of glutinous rice flour and 0.5 cup of whey protein powder.

Step 2

In a saucepan, add 1 cup of coconut milk, 0.5 cup of water, 0.25 cup of sugar, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 3

Slowly pour the warm liquid mixture into the flour and protein powder, stirring constantly until you form a smooth batter.

Step 4

Transfer the batter into a heatproof bowl that fits into a steamer. Cover the bowl with foil to prevent water from dripping into the mochi.

Step 5

Steam the batter over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until it becomes a sticky and elastic dough.

Step 6

While the mochi is steaming, prep your working surface by dusting it with cornstarch to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Once cooked, carefully transfer the mochi dough onto the cornstarch-dusted surface. Let it cool slightly.

Step 8

If using red bean paste, take a small portion of the mochi dough, flatten it in your hand, and place about a teaspoon of red bean paste in the center. Fold the dough over the filling and carefully shape it into a ball.

Step 9

If not using filling, simply roll small pieces of the dough into balls.

Step 10

Coat each mochi ball lightly with cornstarch to prevent them from sticking together.

Step 11

Serve the mochi balls warm or store them in an airtight container. They can be enjoyed either at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(731.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1333.7

Total Fat 4.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 30mg	0%
Sodium 739.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 254.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 113.9g
Protein 62.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.6mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 938.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.8%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 78.2%