Imagine a small, smooth round that feels cool and delicate in your hand, dusted with a whisper of starch. This is lychee mochi.

The outer shell is made from glutinous rice flour, pounded into a soft, pillowy dough. When you bite into it, you encounter a texture that’s uniquely satisfying: tender and gently chewy, with a subtle resistance that gives way slowly. It’s not crisp or spongy—just a supple, springy bite that invites you to linger.

Inside lies a filling that captures the essence of lychee. It’s often a silky, creamy custard infused with lychee purée, or sometimes a translucent, jelly-like center that glistens softly. The texture is smooth and luscious, a gentle contrast to the chewy exterior. In some versions, you may even find a small piece of real lychee fruit tucked inside, offering a delicate burst of freshness.

The flavor is unmistakably lychee: floral, sweet, and exquisitely fragrant. It carries notes of rose and pear, with a subtle tartness that keeps it bright and refreshing. The sweetness is light—never cloying—allowing the fruit’s natural perfume to shine. The outer rice dough contributes a mild, starchy sweetness that frames the filling without overshadowing its delicate character.

Lychee mochi is often served chilled, which enhances the chew of the shell while keeping the filling cool and refreshing. It’s a handheld dessert meant to be savored slowly—each bite offering a gentle chew followed by a wave of floral sweetness that lingers like a soft fragrance on the palate.

Net Weight:180g 

Country of Origin: Taiwan