Salted Caramel Mochi

When you really think about it (and goodness knows, we’ve really thought about it), ice cream-filled mochi might be one of the most ingeniously designed desserts of all time. On both a practical level (the way the chewy, sweetened rice dough creates a finger-friendly barrier around the melty ice cream) and an artistic level (the way the mochi and the ice cream provide a delightfully two-toned taste and textural experience), mochi is a marvel. And of course, one of our favorite aspects of its clever construction is the way it invites exploration with all sorts of flavors, from the classic to the cutting-edge. We invite you to consider this by way of enjoying our newest exploration within the mochi medium, Trader Joe’s Salted Caramel Mochi.

Each bite starts with the sweet, tooth-sinking sensations of the outer Mochi layer, which quickly gives way to the rich, full-flavored, and buttery-sweet Salted Caramel ice cream within. It’s a simple treat—brilliantly so, we’d say—and one that can be enjoyed in all kinds of contexts that call for something sweet. We particularly like them as an easy after-dinner dessert, and especially so when served with a cup of hot coffee or cold, creamy milk tea. Just be sure to let them sit outside of the freezer for a few minutes prior to enjoying.