What does freezing the filling do?

It firms up the filling, making it simpler to wrap in the mochi and helps it stay intact during assembly.

Why should I strain the dough?

It smooths out any lumps, giving the mochi a soft and even chewy texture.

Can I change the filling?

Sure! Swap out the strawberry jam for other fruity jams or get creative with custom cream cheese flavors, keeping the texture consistent.

How long will these stay fresh?

Keep them in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Expect the mochi to firm up a bit with time.

What’s the reason for using rice flour?

Mochi is naturally sticky, so rice flour keeps it from sticking to surfaces and makes handling much easier.

Cheesy Strawberry Mochi - Fun Japanese Dessert

Up-close view of pink chewy mochi with creamy strawberry filling, surrounded by fresh strawberries. | lilicooks.com

This Strawberry Cheese Mochi combines soft, stretchy mochi with a smooth filling and bits of crunchy Oreos in every mouthful. You'll love how these different textures and tastes work together so well.

Simple Yet Impressive

Takes no time to put together but looks amazing. You'll get the perfect mix of chewiness and flavor in every bite.

Dough Ingredients

Glutinous Rice Flour: 100g for that stretchy bite
Corn Starch: 30g helps keep things from getting sticky
Sugar: 15g adds a gentle sweetness
Milk: 160g for creaminess
Butter: 10g makes it more flexible

Filling Ingredients

Cream Cheese: 100g gives that silky center
Strawberry Jam: 100g adds fruity sweetness
Whipping Cream: 180g makes everything fluffy
Sugar: 15g cuts through the sharpness

Finishing Touch

Smashed Oreos give that needed crunch and color contrast.

A close-up of freshly made strawberry mochi, dusted with powdered sugar, alongside whole strawberries and an Oreo cookie. | lilicooks.com

Begin With Filling

Beat the cheese and sugar till it's creamy. Mix in the jam and cream. Scoop into balls and pop in freezer until solid.

Prepare The Dough

Combine the flour, starch, sugar and milk, then filter. Steam with lid on for 25 minutes.

Work The Dough

Mix in butter while it's still hot. Pull and fold until you get a smooth, stretchy dough.

Form And Stuff

Cut dough into pieces and wrap around frozen filling. Close up gaps and roll to make them round.

Add Decoration

Sprinkle Oreo bits on top and lightly push so they stick.

A plate of pink-tinted mochi filled with strawberry-flavored filling, dusted with powdered sugar, alongside fresh strawberries and Oreo cookies. | lilicooks.com

Great Consistency

Work the warm dough well. This gives you that nice stretchy finish.

Dress Them Up

Try putting them in little paper cups with some sauce drizzled on top. They'll look fancy.

Family Project

Get the little ones to help with toppings. They'll have a blast.

Extra Strawberry Kick

Throw in some strawberry powder for more color and flavor.

Tasty Topping

Add different sauces on top to make them even yummier.

Three white chocolate-covered strawberry mochi pieces, with one cut in half to reveal pink filling, are displayed on a wooden board alongside fresh strawberries and a bowl of Oreos. | lilicooks.com

Mini Version

Try making tiny ones that are just right for get-togethers.

Stop The Mess

Rub your hands with rice flour and oil so nothing sticks to them.

Goes Great With Tea

Try them with some green or jasmine tea to cut the sweetness.

Berry Boost

Toss in some real strawberry chunks for that fresh taste.

Crowd Pleaser

These work great for any party or family gathering.

A close-up of two pieces of pink-topped mochi filled with strawberry and cream, surrounded by fresh strawberries on a wooden plate. | lilicooks.com

Recipe FAQs

→ What does freezing the filling do?: It firms up the filling, making it simpler to wrap in the mochi and helps it stay intact during assembly.
→ Why should I strain the dough?: It smooths out any lumps, giving the mochi a soft and even chewy texture.
→ Can I change the filling?: Sure! Swap out the strawberry jam for other fruity jams or get creative with custom cream cheese flavors, keeping the texture consistent.
→ How long will these stay fresh?: Keep them in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Expect the mochi to firm up a bit with time.
→ What’s the reason for using rice flour?: Mochi is naturally sticky, so rice flour keeps it from sticking to surfaces and makes handling much easier.

Sweet Cheesy Mochi