Warm Chestnut Latte and Sweet Chestnut Mochi Balls
Perfect for Christmas Parties! Making Deliciously Sweet and Smooth Chestnut Latte and Chewy Chestnut Mochi Balls
It might seem like an unlikely pairing for the holiday season, but ‘Chestnut Latte’ and ‘Chestnut Mochi Balls’ have a surprisingly fantastic harmony! These delightful treats are perfect as a snack for kids or as an elegant dessert for afternoon tea. Make them easily at home and enjoy a cozy year-end celebration!
Chestnut Latte & Mochi Ball Ingredients- 10 steamed chestnuts
- 300ml milk
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 Tbsp honey
- A little castella cake
- A little cinnamon powder
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the chestnuts for both the latte and the mochi balls. Take your 10 steamed chestnuts and, while they are still hot, press them through a sieve to create a smooth puree. Pureeing them while hot ensures a lump-free, fine texture. This chestnut puree will be the base for your mochi ball dough.
Step 2
To the sieved chestnuts, add a pinch of salt and 3 tablespoons of honey. Gently knead the mixture with your hands until it forms a smooth dough. The salt enhances the sweetness, while the honey provides a subtle sweetness and helps the dough bind together. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more chestnut; if it’s too stiff, add a tiny bit of milk to reach the desired consistency.
Step 3
Shape the kneaded chestnut dough into small, round balls, about bite-sized. These will be your lovely chestnut mochi balls. You can even have fun making them into cute character shapes for the kids! You’ll end up with delightfully chewy and adorable mochi balls.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the castella cake for coating the mochi balls. Sift the castella cake through a sieve to create a fine crumbly texture. Coating the mochi balls with this castella crumb will give them a more appealing and refined look.
Step 5
Gently roll the prepared chestnut mochi balls in the sieved castella cake crumbs, ensuring an even coating. Roll them carefully so the crumbs adhere beautifully to the surface of each mochi ball. You’ll have delicious mochi balls with a soft exterior and a wonderfully chewy interior.
Step 6
The remaining steamed chestnuts (or any leftover from making the mochi balls) will be used for the chestnut latte. Mash the chestnuts intended for the latte until smooth. Warm 300ml of milk in the microwave (about 30 seconds to 1 minute). Combine the warmed milk and the mashed chestnuts in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. A sprinkle of cinnamon powder on top will enhance the aroma and flavor. And just like that, your warm and creamy chestnut latte is ready! This resourceful recipe uses steamed chestnuts effectively, allowing you to enjoy every bit without waste!
