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Mandarin mochi Calories
Sweet glutinous rice cake with mandarin flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Mandarin mochi (40 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.4 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Mandarin mochi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
88
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
20.4g
· 7% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 4% · Fat 7%
Mandarin mochi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Mandarin mochi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 55 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 75 g | 165 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mandarin mochi
What is Mandarin mochi?
Mandarin mochi is a soft Japanese-style sweet made with chewy glutinous rice dough and mandarin flavor. Depending on the recipe, the fruit flavor may be in the dough or in a filling; the name does not guarantee a whole mandarin inside.
Is Mandarin mochi made with fresh mandarins?
Sometimes, but not necessarily. Mandarin flavor can come from fresh fruit, juice, zest, a prepared filling, or flavoring. Check the ingredient list if you want to know whether a particular Mandarin mochi contains actual mandarin fruit.
How do you make Mandarin mochi at home?
To make Mandarin mochi, cook glutinous rice flour with water and sugar until it forms a stretchy dough, then add mandarin flavor or wrap it around a filling. Dust your hands and work surface with starch so the warm dough is easier to shape.
Is Mandarin mochi the same as daifuku?
No. Daifuku is a type of mochi usually wrapped around a filling, while Mandarin mochi describes mochi flavored with mandarin and may be filled or unfilled. A mandarin-filled version can be a kind of daifuku.
Why does Mandarin mochi get hard in the fridge?
The rice starch in Mandarin mochi firms up as it cools, and refrigeration makes the texture noticeably less soft. For the chewiest bite, eat it fresh; if it has been chilled, let it sit briefly at room temperature before serving.
Should Mandarin mochi be eaten cold or at room temperature?
Mandarin mochi is usually best at room temperature, when its rice dough is soft and chewy. Chilling can make the outside firm, although a cream-filled version may need refrigeration for food safety; let it soften briefly before eating.
How should you store leftover Mandarin mochi?
Keep Mandarin mochi in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and eat it while fresh. Refrigerate it if its filling contains ingredients that need chilling, such as cream, but expect the rice dough to become firmer.
Can you freeze Mandarin mochi?
Yes, Mandarin mochi can be frozen in a sealed container, with the pieces separated so they do not stick together. Thaw it at room temperature before eating. If it has a perishable filling, eat it soon after thawing.
What filling goes well with Mandarin mochi?
Mandarin mochi pairs well with mandarin pieces or paste, citrus-flavored cream, and mild sweet bean paste. Some recipes leave the center unfilled and flavor only the dough, so a filling is optional rather than essential.
Can people with diabetes eat Mandarin mochi?
Mandarin mochi can raise blood sugar because its sweet rice dough and fillings may contain readily digested carbohydrates and sugar. If you have diabetes, account for the portion in your meal plan and ask your clinician or dietitian for advice tailored to you.
Mandarin mochi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.16mg · 1% DV
B5
0.04mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
15mg · 2% DV
Zinc
0.16mg · 1% DV
Sodium
18mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Mandarin mochi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mandarin mochi
To burn the 88 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Mandarin mochi?
Mandarin mochi draws on the Japanese tradition of mochi: a soft, chewy sweet made with glutinous rice flour. Its mandarin character may come from flavouring in the dough or from a fruit-flavoured centre, depending on the recipe. The result is usually pleasantly springy, with a gentle citrus note against the mild rice taste.
Enjoy it as a small dessert or snack, often alongside tea in Japan; elsewhere, it also works as a bite-sized treat with coffee or after a meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 51 g per 100 g. One medium piece is about 40 g, making it easy to serve as a modest sweet portion; fresh mandarin on the side can add a brighter, fruitier contrast.
How Nutritious Is Mandarin mochi?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Mandarin mochi Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Mandarin mochi Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Mandarin mochi Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mandarin mochi Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
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