Have you tried mochi ice cream yet? If you have, you will know what we mean when we describe that incredibly satisfying chew, the soft, pillowy texture, and you might start drooling slightly as the thought of the creamy ice cream hidden inside.

If you haven’t tried mochi ice cream though, you’re probably curious to know exactly what we’re talking about! These cute and colorful little balls of rice paste-wrapped ice cream have been taking the world by storm over the last few years – not only because they look adorable, but they also taste delicious, full of intense flavor, and are the most easy-to-eat ice cream out there! But is there more to them than that?

So, to pique your curiosity and fill you in with the facts about Sweety’s mochi ice cream, here are the top 10 things you wish you knew about mochi ice cream – read on to find out!

#1: What is mochi ice cream?

Mochi is a Japanese snack made from a chewy gelatinous rice which has been steamed and pounded until soft and sticky. This can be eaten straight away or made into delicious sweet and savory snacks beloved throughout Japan. Often it is made into daifuku which is mochi wrapped around Japanese sweet red bean paste.

In 1980, the food company Lotte released little balls of vanilla ice cream wrapped in marshmallow, however, they quickly swapped the marshmallow for mochi which was considerably more popular in Japan. Lotte called these little wrapped ice cream balls Yukimi Daifuku which went on to be a hit across the country, resulting in more mochi flavors, and eventually spreading around the world.

#2: What flavors of mochi ice cream are there?

The original Lotte mochi flavors were vanilla, chocolate and matcha, however, nowadays there are hundreds! At Sweety we make mochi ice cream in seven delicious flavors: strawberry, chocolate, mango, coffee, red bean, matcha and, of course, vanilla – a tribute to Lotte’s popular original!

Each of Sweety’s mochi ice creams is full of creamy flavor – the mango and strawberry mochi ice cream is like fresh, cold, juicy fruit, ready to cool you down on a hot day! Chocolate and coffee are sophisticated and bittersweet, matcha is the traditional taste of Japan, while our red bean mochi ice cream is homage to Sweety’s origins – our perfected family recipe!

#3: How do you eat mochi ice cream?

If it’s coming straight from the freezer some people prefer to let it soften for a few minutes to relax the mochi skin to its original chewy state, so we would recommend you leave it for 3-5 minutes to thaw slightly. Then, devour in any way you want! Hold it as you take a few bites, and you’ll see it doesn’t melt all over your hand like an ice cream in a cone!

Or you could create some fancy desserts and drinks with Sweety’s mochi ice cream – check out #10 for some ideas!

#4: Is mochi ice cream gluten-free?

Yes! All of Sweety’s mochi ice cream flavors are gluten-free so they are perfectly suitable for anyone with gluten intolerances or allergies. Our mochi ice creams are all under 100 calories a serving, made with real Californian milk and cream, plus each mochi flavor is made with real ingredients. Our strawberry mochi ice cream is made from real strawberries, which leads us neatly on to our next point…

#5: Are there artificial colors and flavors in mochi ice cream?

No. There are no artificial colors or flavors in any of Sweety’s mochi ice cream range, unlike other brands on the market. The colors are made with natural food dyes – for example, the pink mochi wrapper for our strawberry mochi ice cream is colored with beet juice. Everything is 100% natural.

#6: Is mochi ice cream nut free?

Yes, Sweety’s is! Our mochi ice creams are produced in a nut-free facility, so we can guarantee the absence of nuts in our products.

#7: How many servings of mochi ice cream should I eat?

One ball of mochi ice cream is one serving, and each of Sweety’s mochi ice creams is less than 100 calories and therefore easy to portion control. However, we won’t judge you if you end up eating more than one… They are really tasty!

#8: How many mochi ice creams come in a package?

Sweety’s mochi ice creams come in a pack of 6 according to the mochi flavor or in individually wrapped packages.

#9: Where can I buy mochi ice cream?

We currently supply Sweety’s mochi ice cream to retailers all over the US and Canada, so check out ourproduct locatorto make sure you can find Sweety in a store near you! If you can’t find us at your nearest store, we also provide a product request form for you to print and give to the store manager so they can add Sweety to their shelves!

#10: Can I have a mochi dessert party?!

Absolutely! There are so many imaginative ways to serve Sweety’s mochi ice cream, and here are some ideas:

Chocolate sauce: Serve your mochi ice cream balls in a glass and cover with hot chocolate fudge sauce.

Ice cream sandwich: Place a mochi ice cream between two cookies for a spin on an ice cream sandwich.

Affogato: Pour a shot of espresso over a couple of mochi ice cream balls instead of ice cream or gelato – the ice cream will melt and the mochi will soften and become wonderfully chewy!

Strawberry Mochi Ice Cream kebabs: Skewer strawberry mochi ice cream balls along with strawberries and marshmallows on a bamboo stick for a fruity dessert

So, now you know all about Sweety’s mochi ice cream – made with real ingredients and no artificial flavors or preservatives, they are free from gluten and nuts, and available in seven incredible flavors, so they are the perfect sweet treat! And no, we definitely won’t tell if you eat more than one! You’re only human after all.

10 THINGS YOU WISH YOU KNEW ABOUT MOCHI ICE CREAM