Easy Foolproof Soft Daifuku

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   Put the shiratamako and the sugar into a deep microwave-safe bowl.

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   Add the hot water little by little and mix.

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   It may seem like too much water, but keep stirring.

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   After it's mixed, cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 2 minutes.

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   It's okay if it gets a bit lumpy.

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   The mochi dough will harden a bit, so mix until it becomes sticky.

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   Microwave again for 2 minutes.

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   Now wrap tightly with plastic wrap.

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   Mix again until sticky.

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    If it's still too wet, microwave again, watching closely.

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    Take it out of the microwave while it's still hot and divide into pieces of any size you like.

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    Let cool a little.

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    When cool enough to handle, lightly dust with katakuriko.

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    Wrap the filling into the mochi.

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    Finally, sprinkle with katakuriko.

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    Done.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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