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Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

Author: Maryanne CabreraPublished: Jan 20, 2016Updated: Sep 14, 2023
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These matcha mochi waffles are crispy on the outside, yet chewy on the inside. They’re best enjoyed fresh from the waffle maker while they’re still warm.

Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

Today we’re celebrating Sarah of Snixy Kitchen and her #cheesebabygirl! It’s a party and I’m sharing this matcha mochi waffles sundae.

I had the pleasure of meeting Sarah in 2014 at a blogging event. Within seconds of talking to her, I immediately knew we’d become friends.

We bonded over our love of matcha. We exchanged stories about our travels and food adventures in Japan and Taiwan. Sarah talked about cats and I about dogs.

Sarah is one of those people that make you so comfortable and at ease that it feels like you’ve know each other forever. She’s so sweet, kind, and so unbelievably helpful and thoughtful.

I’m certain #cheesebabygirl will have all these wonderful qualities and more.

Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

Matcha Mochi Waffles

The theme of #cheesebabygirl shower is cheese and sweets (Sarah’s favorites!). Being lactose-intolerant, I don’t venture much with cheese. Sweets, however, is my forte.

I spent some time thinking what to make for this virtual baby shower. I would have loved to make a cake, but my knowledge of gluten-free cakes are very limited. (I’m working on it!)

One gluten-free flour I do have plenty of experience with: sweet rice flour. I thought about making mochi or steamed rice cake, until I remembered Lady and Pups’ amazing looking molten truffles mochiffles.

Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

These matcha mochi waffles are crispy on the outside, yet chewy on the inside. They’re best enjoyed fresh from the waffle maker while they’re still warm.

Unlike your traditional waffles, these need no maple syrup. Although it’s not very sweet, these waffles taste great simply on their own.

But since we’re celebrating…we’re turning these mochi waffles into a sundae! Add a scoop of ice cream (vanilla or matcha!), a drizzle of caramel sauce, a handful of sprinkles, and a cherry on top!

Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae
Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae
Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

Congratulations Sarah and Lucas! We’re all so excited and happy for you. Until #cheesebabygirl’s arrival, let’s eat all the matcha mochi waffle sundaes!

Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

More Matcha Recipes

  • Matcha Pound Cake
  • Matcha Cream Puffs
  • Strawberry Matcha Latte
  • Matcha Shaved Ice with Mochi
Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

Matcha Mochi Waffles Sundae

Yield: makes 9 waffles
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 3
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Ingredients

Matcha Mochi Waffles:

  • ¼ cup sweet rice flour
  • ¾ cup whole milk, divided
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, light whisked
  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cup + 2 Tablespoons sweet rice flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons matcha powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Toppings:

  • ice cream of choice
  • rainbow sprinkles
  • caramel sauce
  • maraschino cherry

Instructions
 

  • Stir together ¼ cup sweet rice flour and ¼ cup whole milk in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 60-90 seconds in intervals of 20 seconds. Stir contents together between each interval. The resulting mixture should come together to form a white sticky dough. Let cool for about 3 minutes. Transfer dough to the bowl of a stand mixer. 
  • In a medium bowl, combine remaining ½ cup milk, vanilla, egg, and butter. Add to stand mixer. Using a paddle attachment, mix on low speed.
  • In another bowl, whisk together remaining sweet rice flour, sugar, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. Add to mixing bowl and continue to mix on low speed until combine. Increase speed to medium and mix until smooth. Dough will be thick and sticky.
  • Divide dough into ¼ cup portions. Preheat waffle iron/griddle to medium-high. Lightly coat waffle iron with non-stick spray. Add portioned dough and firmly close lid. Cook for 6 minutes. When you open the griddle, the waffles will feel soft. Remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool. Let cool for one minute. During this time the waffle will stiffen and crisp up. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Eat immediately while waffle is still warm. The exterior will be crisp while the inside will be chewy like mochi.
  • To assemble: stack waffles, add a scoop of ice cream (vanilla or matcha!), a drizzle of caramel sauce, generously add sprinkles, and top with a cherry.

Notes

MOCHI WAFFLES ADAPTED FROM LADY AND PUPS’ MOLTEN TRUFFLES MOCHIFFLES
Author: Maryanne Cabrera
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Keyword: mochi waffles, matcha waffles, matcha mochi waffles
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Reader Questions and Reviews

  1. Tanya Schroeder says:
    January 20, 2016

    This recipe is such a great twist on your traditional waffles! The ice cream and sprinkles are just what every baby girl needs!

    Reply
  2. Sarah @ SnixyKitchen says:
    January 20, 2016

    Maryanne – you have no idea how perfect this recipe is for me. I’ve had mochi waffles on my to-do list ever since we ate a green tea mochi waffle sundae in Japan (Look!) . I’ve been DREAMING about that texture – omg the texture. And now I have to stop everything I’m doing to make these pronto. I can’t believe it’s been two years since we met! Thank you so much for making the most perfect dessert ever for this surprise cheesebabyshower – I think she’s doing a lil’ dance inside me right now over these.

    Reply
  3. Amy @ Thoroughly Nourished Life says:
    January 20, 2016

    What a wonderful way to celebrate the gorgeous Sarah and Cheesebaby Girl! These sweet waffles look like a delightful treat for breakfast, and I know how much Sarah loves her matcha after reading her blog! I can’t wait to try these at home soon!

    Reply
  4. Christine // my natural kitchen says:
    January 20, 2016

    Matcha mochi waffles? These sound exactly up Sarah’s alley! And I’m so tempted to bake these right this moment because they look amazing!

    Reply
  5. Julia says:
    January 20, 2016

    What a fun recipe!! This would be a good way to celebrate a birthday!

    Reply
  6. Jeff says:
    January 20, 2016

    This looks heavenly…Thanks for sharing Maryanne!

    Reply
  7. Gerry @ Foodness Gracious says:
    January 20, 2016

    Great recipe idea! Love the colors too :)

    Reply
  8. Erin @ Texanerin Baking says:
    January 21, 2016

    Cheese and sweets is an interesting mix! And this sundae looks so yummy. And pretty!

    Reply
  9. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says:
    January 21, 2016

    Since there is waffles in this, it is totally okay for me to have this sundae for breakfast, right? ;) They look fabulous!

    Reply
  10. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says:
    January 21, 2016

    These look fabulous!! And congrats to Sarah!!

    Reply
  11. Samantha says:
    January 22, 2016

    Neeed. i love all things matcha.. and mochi. Where has this been all my life?!

    Reply
  12. Alanna says:
    January 24, 2016

    HELLO matcha waffles! These are just glorious, and soooo perfect for Sarah. I hope she’ll make some for me. ;)

    Reply
  13. Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says:
    January 25, 2016

    Maryanne, these waffles look beautiful! I know that Sarah loves mochi, and I love that you waffled them up!! Perfect for Sarah’s shower!

    Reply
  14. Kristyn says:
    January 25, 2016

    These are so fun! Such a great idea!

    Reply
  15. Sarah // The Sugar Hit says:
    January 27, 2016

    How terrible is it that I’ve never had mochi!? I feel like I’m so missing out, because these waffles are blowing my mind right now.

    Reply
  16. Daniel says:
    February 6, 2017

    I love this recipe! the texture of the mochi in the middle of the waffle is awesome! I’m curious as to how you get your waffles all green without any browning from the waffle iron. A lot of other pics I’ve seen all have the brown except these

    Reply
    • Maryanne Cabrera says:
      February 6, 2017

      Thanks! Honestly, I’m not sure why it didn’t brown in the waffle iron. Browning is usually caused by a mixture of fat and sugars. I used non-stick coconut oil to grease the waffle iron.

  17. Heidi @foodiecrush says:
    August 29, 2018

    Okay, these are the coolest waffles I’ve seen! Gotcha matcha. :)

    Reply
  18. Sandie Ho says:
    August 14, 2019

    Can these waffles be frozen and then heated up later to enjoy?

    Reply
  19. Kris says:
    November 14, 2020

    Hello! Can this dough be made ahead of time? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Maryanne Cabrera says:
      November 16, 2020

      Hello! I suggest using the dough as soon as possible. The dough will eventually dry out and become crumbly and brittle.

Maryanne Cabrera

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Maryanne Cabrera is a classically trained pastry chef, baker, cake maker, and cocktail shaker.
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