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Hanami Dango

Delight in Homemade Hanami Dango: A Sweet Spring Treat

Enjoy the cherished Japanese tradition of Hanami Dango with these delightful tri-colored rice dumplings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Dango
  • 1 block Silken Tofu Provides moisture and tenderness to the dango.
  • 1 cup Japanese Rice Flour (Shiratamako/Mochiko) Key to unique chewiness.
  • 3 tablespoons White Sugar Adds sweetness.
Optional Flavors
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder For a green flavor and color.
  • Strawberry Powder or Food Coloring For pink hue.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hanami Dango
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the silken tofu, Japanese rice flour, and white sugar. Knead until it becomes a smooth dough.
  2. Divide the dough into three equal portions. Mix matcha powder into one, use strawberry powder for the second, and leave the last portion plain.
  3. Roll each portion into small balls, making 5–6 pieces from each colored dough.
  4. Fill a large pot with water, bring it to a boil, and drop the dango balls in batches.
  5. Cook for 3–5 minutes until they float, then remove from the pot.
  6. Shock the cooked dango in ice water for about 2 minutes.
  7. Skewer the dango in color order: green, white, and pink, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use silken tofu for best texture. Shock the dango in ice water immediately after cooking to maintain their chewy texture.

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