PROCESS OF MAKING PAPAYA (Carica papaya) GLUTINOUS RICE CAKE (mochi)

Abstract

The utility model disclosed the process of making papaya glutinous rice cake (mochi), comprising the steps of washing ripe papaya; slicing and straining of ripe papaya; combining glutinous rice flour, white sugar, and cornstarch to form a dry mixture; preparing batter mixture by adding fresh milk to formed dry mixture; adding the ripe papaya to batter mixture to form a glutinous rice cake dough; cooking the glutinous rice cake dough; whipping cream paste and milk until soft peaks using electric mixer; preparing glutinous rice cake filling by combining whipped cream paste and milk with ripe papaya and white sugar; slicing and weighing of glutinous rice cake dough; flattening the glutinous rice cake dough; piping the glutinous rice cake filling onto the glutinous rice cake dough, folding, sealing both ends by pinching securely, and shaping to form the glutinous rice cake; and rolling the glutinous rice cake lightly to form a ball.

Description

PROCESS OF MAKING PAPAYA (Carica papaya) GLUTINOUS RICE CAKE (mochi)TECHNICAL FIELDThe present utility model relates generally to food products, specifically to the processof an improved glutinous rice cake with papaya filling. It particularly pertains to the utilizationof ripe papaya as a key ingredient, enhancing the flavor and nutritional value of the glutinousrice cake. This innovative composition provides a delicious and unique dessert option, rich innatural vitamins and minerals from papaya, for human consumption.BACKGROUND OF THE UTILITY MODELPapaya is one of the most grown tropical crops in the world, with Brazil, India, andMexico producing the most. In the Philippines, Papaya ranked 10th in area planted and 4th inproduction volume among the ten leading fruit crops (PSA, 2021). Papayas are considerednutritious and healthy fruits, offering various health benefits. It is rich in vitamins A and C, aiddigestion with enzymes like papain, promote skin health, and provide dietary fiber. Additionally,they contain antioxidants that contribute to overall well-being (Begum, 2023).The versatility and nutritional profile of papaya make it potential as a food for innovation,particularly in the context of incorporating it into traditional Japanese cuisine like glutinous ricecake. This infusion of flavor creates an exciting variation of glutinous rice cake that appeals toa broader audience. By incorporating papaya into glutinous rice cake, it also elevates thenutritional value of the Japanese delicacy, offering consumers a healthier alternative withoutcompromising on taste.However, none of the prior arts mentioned utilized papaya as part of the ingredients inmaking glutinous rice cake. This utility model aims to enhance the traditional glutinous ricecake by incorporating ripe papaya. The inclusion of papaya not only enhances the flavor butalso offers a healthier and unique alternative to conventional glutinous rice cakes.This utility model incorporates ripe papaya as a key ingredient in the formulation ofglutinous rice cake. There are several glutinous rice cakes incorporated with vegetables andfruits. For instance, patent number CN106235003A discloses a passion fruit basedglutinous rice cake. Another product, disclosed by patent number CN105076297A discloses apumpkin glutinous rice cake comprising pumpkin powder, cassava powder, glutinous ricepowder, baking soda, oil and salt. Additionally, patent number PH22019050308U1 introducesU4J047102122025FK0 02 Apr 2025 11:59:53 AM 1Response to FER_22024051 424 Process of Making Papaya (Carica papaya) Mochi.pdfa glutinous rice cake with three layers. The base layer was enriched with grated sweet potato,the middle layer is composed of breadfruit nuts and the top layer is composed of grated carrots.SUMMARY OF THE UTILITY MODELThe Papaya Glutinous Rice Cake is a dessert that integrates the nutritional benefits ofripe papaya, utilizing its natural sweetness and rich enzymes to enhance both flavor andtexture. This utility model combines ripe papaya, glutinous rice flour, fresh milk, cornstarch,white sugar, butter, and cream paste, resulting in a soft, chewy consistency with a unique taste.This utility model aims to develop a healthier glutinous rice cake by incorporatingpapaya, Offering a nutritious and innovative alternative to traditional glutinous rice cakes. Theprimary objective is to highlight the potential of papaya as a functional ingredient, providingconsumers with a delicious treat that supports overall wellness while maintaining the essenceof a classic dessert.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE UTILITY MODELThe present utility model relates to a glutinous rice cake specifically to an improvedglutinous rice cake with filling, comprising of ripe papaya, glutinous rice flour, fresh milk,cornstarch, white sugar, butter, and cream paste.The composition of the Papaya (Carica papaya) glutinous rice cake consists of:Ingredients Quantity (grams) Weight Composition (%)Ripe Papaya 125 14%Glutinous rice flour 120 13%Fresh milk 80 9%Cornstarch 40 5%White sugar 35 4%Butter 4 0.7%Cream Paste 480 54.3%TOTAL 884 100%The process in making the papaya glutinous rice cake comprising the steps of washingripe papaya in running water; slicing and straining of ripe papaya to remove thread-like strandsfrom pulp and set aside; combining glutinous rice flour, white sugar, and cornstarch to form aCe U4J047102122025FK0 02 Apr 2025 11:59:53 AM 2Response to FER_22024051 424 Process of Making Papaya (Carica papaya) Mochi.pdfdry mixture; preparing batter mixture by adding fresh milk to said formed dry mixture whilestirring consistently until well combined; adding the sliced and strained ripe papaya to saidbatter mixture to form a glutinous rice cake dough; cooking the said glutinous rice cake doughin microwave for 25 minutes, setting aside to let cool; whipping cream paste and milk until softpeaks using electric mixer; preparing glutinous rice cake filling by combining said whippedcream paste and milk with ripe papaya and white sugar; spreading the glutinous rice cakedough evenly on baking mat using spatula; slicing and weighing of glutinous rice cake doughto 30 grams; flattening the sliced and weighed glutinous rice cake dough lightly using rollingpin; piping the prepared glutinous rice cake filling onto the glutinous rice cake dough, thenfolding, sealing both ends by pinching securely, and shaping to form the glutinous rice cake;and rolling the said glutinous rice cake lightly to form a ball.Shelf-life observation was conducted on papaya glutinous rice cake. The noticeabletransformation of the product becomes evident during the third day of observation. Therefore,papaya glutinous rice cake is safe for consumption for up to 2 days stored at room temperatureand refrigerator. The packaging material used in the papaya (Carica) glutinous rice cake is aloaf-like deli clear food-grade container, enclosures fabricated from plastic that are made tocontain food items.Sensory characteristics in terms of color, aroma, taste and texture was also evaluated.The result shows that the characteristics as perceived by the respondents was light orange,aromatic, very sweet and chewy. A 9 point hedonic scale was also used to determine the levelof likeness of the product. The result shows that the product was perceived as “Like Very Much”by the respondents in all sensory attributes.U4J047102122025FK0 02 Apr 2025 11:59:53 AM 3Response to FER_22024051 424 Process of Making Papaya (Carica papaya) Mochi.pdf

Claims

CLAIMS1.A process of producing papaya (Carica papaya) glutinous rice cake (mochi) comprisingthe steps of:a.b.mM.washing ripe papaya in running water;slicing and straining of the washed ripe papaya to remove thread-like strands frompulp and set aside;combining glutinous rice flour, white sugar, and cornstarch to form a dry mixture;preparing batter mixture by adding fresh milk to said formed dry mixture whilestirring consistently until well combined;adding the sliced and strained ripe papaya to said batter mixture to form a glutinousrice cake dough;cooking the glutinous rice cake dough in microwave for 25 minutes, setting asideto let cool;whipping cream paste and milk until soft peaks using electric mixer;preparing glutinous rice cake filling by combining said whipped cream paste andmilk with ripe papaya and white sugar;spreading the glutinous rice cake dough evenly on baking mat using spatula;slicing and weighing of glutinous rice cake dough to 30 grams;flattening the sliced and weighed glutinous rice cake dough lightly using rolling pin;piping the prepared glutinous rice cake filling onto the glutinous rice cake dough,then folding, sealing both ends by pinching securely, and shaping to form theglutinous rice cake; androlling the glutinous rice cake lightly to form a ball.The papaya (Carica papaya) glutinous rice cake (mochi) obtainable by the processaccording to claim 1.U4J047102122025FK0 02 Apr 2025 11:59:53 AM 4Response to FER_22024051 424 Process of Making Papaya (Carica papaya) Mochi.pdf