How do I create cherry blossom mochi ice cream?

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Cool down with a refreshing treat - homemade Cherry Blossom Mochi Ice Cream! Delicate cherry blossom flavors combined with creamy goodness will make your taste buds bloom.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I create Cherry Blossom Mochi Ice Cream. Items include:  Milk  Sugar  Cherry Blossom Extract  Heavy Cream  Condensed Milk  Vanilla Extract  Potato Starch or Cornstarch  Mochi Sheets or Glutinous Rice Flour
  • Milk 1 cup
  • Sugar 1/2 cup
  • Cherry Blossom Extract 1 tablespoon
  • Heavy Cream 2 cups
  • Condensed Milk 1/2 cup
  • Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
  • Potato Starch or Cornstarch As needed for dusting
  • Mochi Sheets or Glutinous Rice Flour As needed for wrapping

Take note
Please be cautious while using kitchen appliances and handling hot liquids.

1

Making the Cherry Blossom Mixture

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of cherry blossom extract. Set the heat to low and gently warm the mixture, stirring occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

2

Mixing the Ice Cream Base

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of condensed milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Once well combined, pour the cooled cherry blossom mixture into the bowl and mix until fully incorporated. Give it a taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.

3

Freezing Time

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for about 2 hours or until the mixture becomes firm. Make sure to give it a good stir every 30 minutes to prevent ice crystals from forming. Don't worry, a little arm workout won't hurt!

4

Wrapping with Mochi

Once the ice cream base is firm, it's time to wrap it in mochi! Dust a clean surface with potato starch (or cornstarch) and remove the ice cream from the freezer. Scoop small portions of ice cream (around 2 tablespoons) and shape them into balls. Roll each ball in the starch to prevent sticking.

5

Mochi Magic

Flatten each ball of ice cream using your hands or a rolling pin until it's about 1/4 inch thick. Take a piece of mochi (you can find pre-made mochi sheets or make your own using glutinous rice flour) and place the ice cream ball in the center. Gather the edges of the mochi and pinch them together, sealing the ice cream inside. Trim off any excess mochi if desired.

6

Enjoy and Admire

Place the finished Cherry Blossom Mochi Ice Cream balls on a tray lined with parchment paper. Repeat the process with the remaining ice cream and mochi. Once all the balls are ready, pop them back into the freezer for at least 1 hour to firm up. Finally, take a moment to admire your beautiful creations before indulging in the delightful combination of textures and flavors!