High Protein Mochi Ice Cream

Indulge in a guilt-free, protein-packed twist on a classic treat with our High Protein Mochi Ice Cream recipe. Combining creamy vanilla protein ice cream with a tender, chewy mochi shell made from sweet rice flour and enhanced with unsweetened whey protein powder, this innovative dessert offers a satisfying balance of flavor and nutrition. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts or anyone seeking a healthier dessert option, these easy-to-make mochi ice cream bites are as fun to prepare as they are to eat. With just 20 minutes of prep time and accessible ingredients, you'll create 8 servings of this delightful frozen snack. Dusted with cornstarch and potato starch for a seamless, mess-free finish, these handcrafted treats are perfect for post-workout indulgence or sharing at gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pints (about 4 cups) Vanilla protein ice cream
• 1 cup Sweet rice flour (glutinous rice flour)
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened whey protein powder
• 1 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 0.5 cup Potato starch

Directions

Step 1

Begin by scooping the vanilla protein ice cream into 8 equal portions using an ice cream scoop. Place each scoop onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours or until completely firm.

Step 2

In a medium microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the sweet rice flour, whey protein powder, water, and sugar until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap or a microwave-safe plate and microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the mochi dough thoroughly. Cover again and microwave for another 1 to 1.5 minutes until the dough becomes translucent.

Step 5

Dust a clean work surface with cornstarch. Transfer the hot mochi dough onto the surface and sprinkle more cornstarch on top to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Use a rolling pin to roll out the mochi dough to roughly 1/4 inch thickness. Use a round cutter (slightly larger than the ice cream scoops) to cut out circles from the dough.

Step 7

Remove the ice cream scoops from the freezer. Working with one at a time, place an ice cream scoop in the center of each mochi circle.

Step 8

Carefully bring the edges of the mochi circle up and over the ice cream, pinching to seal completely. If necessary, stretch the dough gently to cover the ice cream.

Step 9

Place the mochi ice cream tidily back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet, seam-side down, and return to the freezer to firm up for at least another 30 minutes.

Step 10

Before serving, lightly dust the mochi ice cream with potato starch to prevent sticking during handling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1638.4 grams (1638.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3116

Total Fat 43.00g	55%
Saturated Fat 21.20g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 135mg	45%
Sodium 1036mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate 481.70g	175%
Dietary Fiber 22.30g	80%
Total Sugars 167.60g
Protein 202.30g	405%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1388mg	107%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 2089mg	44%

*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: 12.4%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 61.7%