[Snack Activity] Easy and Delicious: Snack Ideas to Make Together with Seniors

Koinobori and kashiwa mochi

Koinobori Kashiwa-mochi: An easy recipe for making kashiwa-mochi in 30 minutes using a microwave

When you think of May, carp streamers come to mind, right? For a May snack activity, how about adorable carp streamer–style kashiwa mochi? Put joshinko (rice flour) and water in a bowl and stir with chopsticks until no dry flour remains, then loosely cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 5 minutes and 30 seconds.

Soak the kashiwa leaves in water.

Place the warmed dough on parchment paper and knead it.

Since the dough tends to stick to your hands, kneading it on parchment paper is a great idea! Roll sweet red bean paste inside a long, thin strip of dough, then use a little water-thinned bean paste to draw the eyes and scales, and you’re done.

These super cute carp streamer kashiwa mochi are a must-try—give them a go!

Kinako sticks-style with 3 ingredients

Kinako sticks-style with 3 ingredients

Here’s a simple, three-ingredient kinako-stick style recipe.

Prepare a bowl, water, sugar, kinako (roasted soybean flour), plastic wrap, and chopsticks.

Put the water and sugar in the bowl, stir, and microwave at 600W for 2 minutes to thicken slightly.

Mix in the kinako thoroughly.

Once the dough comes together, transfer it onto plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until firm.

Take out the chilled dough, shape it into easy-to-eat sticks, and it’s done.

Topping with extra kinako or inserting toothpicks for easier eating is also recommended.

The aroma of kinako and the nostalgic flavor might make your activity time even more fun!

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tofu bun

With just 2 ingredients, anyone can make it in no time! The ultimate easy tofu bun (manju) recipe!

Here’s a recipe for tofu buns that you’ll want to try as soon as you see it! The method is simple enough for kids to give it a go.

First, mix 80 g of silken tofu with 150 g of pancake mix to make a dough, then dust it with cake flour.

Next, divide the dough into 45 g portions, wrap 30 g of sweet red bean paste in each, and shape them into little balls.

Finally, place the plate holding the dumplings in a frying pan with boiling water and steam for about 15 minutes.

They’re ready to enjoy! It’s great because you can make them even if you don’t have a steamer.

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Grilled sweet red bean mochi

[Only 3 Ingredients!] How to Make Grilled Anko Mochi | #mochi #snack #sweets #wagashi #easyrecipe #ChefYukari #shorts

Let me introduce grilled sweet red bean mochi you can make with just three ingredients.

First, add water to shiratamako (glutinous rice flour) and mix well until it comes together into a single mass.

Divide the dough into five portions, roll each into a ball, then flatten it with your palm.

Place sweet red bean paste (anko) in the center and wrap it with the dough.

Heat a lightly oiled frying pan, then press the mochi down slightly as you cook to brown the surface.

The key is to cook over low to medium heat to prevent burning.

In Japan, there is a tradition of making mochi for New Year’s and many other events.

In senior care facilities, making it together while sharing stories of the past can be one of the enjoyable activities.

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Isobeyaki made with tofu

Chewy, delicious isobeyaki. Made with tofu instead of mochi! The Okuzono-style dried-ingredient technique is the key. <Tofu Isobeyaki>

This is a healthy isobeyaki-style recipe made with tofu, making it easy for seniors to enjoy.

Put 300 g of firm tofu into a plastic bag and mash it, then gradually mix in 10 g of tororo kombu.

Next, add a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and mix again.

That completes the dough.

Divide the dough into 8 portions, gently roll them into balls by hand, arrange them in a frying pan heated with sesame oil, place nori on top, and pan-fry.

Finally, season with a sauce made by mixing mirin and soy sauce, and it’s ready to serve!

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Tofu Mitarashi Dango

How to Make Tofu Mitarashi Dango: Chewy, Soft, and Absolutely Delicious Mitarashi Dango Made Healthily with Tofu – by Cooking Expert Yukari

Here’s a healthy mitarashi dango recipe made with tofu that you’ll love! It’s a great idea that older adults who enjoy traditional Japanese sweets may also appreciate.

Mix shiratamako (glutinous rice flour) with silken tofu until the dough is about as firm as an earlobe, then shape it into small balls.

Boil them in water; once they float and are cooked, transfer them to cold water to cool.

For the mitarashi sauce, put all the ingredients in a saucepan and heat until it thickens—done.

If you’re making these for a group snack activity, it’s safer to shape the dumplings flat without skewers—highly recommended! You can also lightly grill them to add a toasty aroma and deepen the flavor.

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Kinako Boro

Kinako bolo for Setsubun too 👹✨

These kinako bolo cookies let you enjoy the Setsubun vibe while getting a good dose of protein.

The appeal is how easy they are: you only need four ingredients—egg yolk, sugar, potato starch, and roasted soybean flour (kinako).

Mix them together, roll into balls about the size of soybeans, and bake in the oven to make a light, melt-in-the-mouth snack.

Since some ovens brown more quickly than others, keep an eye on them and adjust the baking time as needed.

They’re a nice way to get into the Setsubun spirit even if you’re not a fan of beans.

Plus, the tactile fun of rolling the dough is another charming touch.

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