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Hanami Dango

Delightful Hanami Dango: Easy, Chewy Treats for Spring Fun

Experience the joy of Hanami Dango, a delightful Japanese treat made with three simple ingredients, perfect for spring celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 15 dango
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 200 g Silken Tofu Provides tenderness and chewiness
  • 200 g Glutinous Rice Flour (Shiratamako/Mochiko) Main ingredient for chewy texture
  • 50 g White Sugar Adds sweetness
Color Variations
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder For green dango
  • 1 tablespoon Strawberry Powder For pink dango

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pot for boiling
  • bamboo skewers
  • Strainer ladle
  • Ice water bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 200g of silken tofu, 200g of glutinous rice flour, and 50g of white sugar. Knead until smooth.
  2. Divide the dough into three portions. Add matcha powder to one and strawberry powder to another, kneading until colors are fully incorporated.
  3. Roll colored dough portions into small balls, around 14-15 grams each, yielding 5 pieces per portion.
  4. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook dango balls for 5-8 minutes until they float. Remove with a strainer ladle.
  5. Prepare a bowl of ice water. Transfer cooked dango into the ice water for about 5 minutes.
  6. Pat dango dry and slide three balls onto a skewer in the order of green, white, and pink.

Nutrition

Serving: 5dangoCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best experience, enjoy your Hanami Dango on the same day they are made. Keep stored at room temperature if needed.

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