{"title":"Mochi Rice Cakes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"mochi-rice-cakes","title":"Mochi Rice Cakes","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur mochi rice cakes are soft and silky, with a chewy texture. Traditionally made in a Japanese ceremony known as \u003cem\u003emochitsuki\u003c\/em\u003e, these sweet rice cakes are now eaten year-round all over the world. Guaranteed fresh, our mini mochi is just like the kind served at gourmet frozen yogurt shops. Also known as Japanese rice cakes, mochi makes a sweet, chewy topping for frozen yogurt, ice cream, and cereal. However, we also love eating mochi candy straight out of the bag!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-how-many-pieces-of-mochi-are-in-a-bag-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Many Pieces of Mochi are in a Bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are approximately 300 mochi rice cakes per one-pound bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-what-does-mochi-candy-taste-like-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does Mochi Candy Taste Like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from sweetened glutinous rice, mochi has a \u003cstrong\u003eslightly sweet taste\u003c\/strong\u003e. These original mochi rice cakes have no added flavoring, so you can truly appreciate the authentic mochi flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-how-is-mochi-made-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Mochi Made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, where mochi originates, the rice cakes are traditionally prepared during a ceremony called \u003cem\u003emochitsuki\u003c\/em\u003e. To make the mochi, glutinous rice, a sweeter and stickier variety, is first soaked overnight and then cooked. The use of glutinous rice is an important element that gives mochi its trademark sticky texture and sweetness. After the rice is cooked, an old-fashioned wooden mallet and stone mortar are used to pound out the rice into a smooth, wet dough. Finally, the dough is shaped into round balls and dusted with cornstarch to prevent the Japanese rice cakes from sticking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-how-to-eat-mochi-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Eat Mochi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMochi is commonly eaten by itself, with sweet condiments, or as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, desserts, and cereal. \u003cem\u003eDaifuku\u003c\/em\u003e (mochi stuffed with a sweet filling) is a traditional treat that's popular in Japanese cultures today. Mochi is often served stuffed with sweet azuki bean paste, sweetened plum, or ground up peanuts. Two modern spins on traditional \u003cem\u003edaifuku\u003c\/em\u003e, mochi frozen yogurt (found at Pinkberry and Red Mango) and mochi ice cream have become increasingly popular in recent years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive these unique mini mochi balls a try and you won't be disappointed. The soft chewiness coupled with the silky sweetness makes mochi candy a satisfying treat. It's not surprising that this sweet rice cake is quickly gaining popularity all over the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-how-to-store-mochi-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Store Mochi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort-term (1-2 days): Keep in an airtight container or plastic bag at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and humidity. Long-term (Up to 3 months): Wrap individual pieces in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container to prevent freezer burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-our-registered-dietitian-s-top-pick-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Registered Dietitian's Top Pick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Registered Dietitian and Health Nut likes mochi rice cakes because they have less than half the sugar that many other sweet treats have. They're also a great topping for frozen yogurt or whole grain cereal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-japanese-tradition-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sweet rice cake is often eaten during Japanese New Year festivities. The Japanese believe that mochi symbolized the spirit of rice and that, by eating mochi, they will acquire the strength of the rice divinities. Japanese folklore attests that eating mochi brings warmth to the body and is good for those with anemia, blood-sugar imbalances, and weak intestines. 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A soft and chewy texture, these rice cakes will disappear before you know it. Eat them by themselves, or use them as a topping in your ice cream or cereal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to mochi used in Korean frozen yogurt shops like PinkBerry, Red Mango, and Yogen Fruz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"-how-to-store-mochi-\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Store Mochi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort-term (1-2 days): Keep in an airtight container or plastic bag at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and humidity. 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