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Dalgona Mochi: Honeycomb Candy Chewy Bites

Crispy-sweet honeycomb dalgona candy meets pillowy mochi in this addictive Korean-Japanese fusion snack. Our Fat Switch cuts 40% of calories by swapping butter for coconut oil and using egg white foam instead of condensed milk, keeping that signature caramel crunch and chewy texture intact.

25m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Servings

312

Calories

14g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1 cup mochiko flour (glutinous rice flour)
✓ 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
✓ 1 tbsp honey
✓ 1/4 tsp salt
✓ 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
✓ 2 tbsp tapioca starch (for dusting)
✓ 2 egg whites (room temperature)
✓ 3 tbsp caster sugar
✓ 2 tbsp virgin coconut oil
✓ 1/2 tsp baking soda
✓ 1/4 cup pitted dates (blended into paste)
✓ 1 tbsp honey

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Mochi Dough: In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together mochiko flour, almond milk, honey, salt, and vanilla. Microwave on 50% power for 2 minutes, stir well, then microwave another 1–2 minutes until it forms a thick, translucent paste. Transfer to a tapioca starch-dusted surface and let cool for 5 minutes.

2. Whip the Dalgona Base: Using an electric mixer or whisk by hand, beat egg whites with caster sugar for 8–10 minutes until stiff peaks form and the mixture becomes pale, thick, and fluffy. This takes patience—you're aerating for that signature dalgona texture.

3. Caramelize the Dalgona: Heat coconut oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Carefully pour the whipped egg mixture into the pan, spreading it into a thin, even layer. Let it cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.

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4. Activate the Honeycomb: Sprinkle baking soda evenly over the golden dalgona layer and immediately stir vigorously for 30 seconds. You'll see it puff up and become airy with a honeycomb structure. Transfer to parchment paper and let cool for 5 minutes, then break into bite-sized pieces.

5. Shape the Mochi: Once the mochi dough is cool enough to handle, knead it gently for 1 minute until smooth. Divide into 8 equal portions and flatten each into a thin circle (about 2 inches wide) on tapioca starch-dusted parchment.

6. Fill and Seal: Place a small spoonful of date paste (about 1 tsp) and a tiny drizzle of honey in the center of each mochi circle. Fold the edges up and pinch to seal, then gently roll between your palms until the seam disappears.

7. Assemble the Bites: Place each filled mochi on a small square of parchment. Top each with 2–3 pieces of honeycomb dalgona and press gently so it adheres to the tacky mochi surface.

8. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the finished dalgona mochi bites for 10 minutes to set the filling and firm up the mochi, making them easier to handle and more pleasant to eat. Serve cold or at room temperature.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories312 kcal

Protein14g

Carbohydrates58g

Fat6g

🏷️ Tags

#Dalgona candy recipe#Mochi dessert low-calorie#Korean-Japanese fusion snack

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