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A beloved Hawaiian treat, this butter mochi boasts a delightfully chewy and springy texture with a rich, buttery coconut flavor. Baked to perfection with golden-brown, crispy edges and a tender center, this simple one-bowl dessert is irresistibly delicious and naturally gluten-free.
For 12 servings
Prepare Oven and Pan
Combine Dry Ingredients
Mix in Wet Ingredients
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A beloved Hawaiian treat, this butter mochi boasts a delightfully chewy and springy texture with a rich, buttery coconut flavor. Baked to perfection with golden-brown, crispy edges and a tender center, this simple one-bowl dessert is irresistibly delicious and naturally gluten-free.
This hawaiian recipe takes 70 minutes to prepare and yields 12 servings. At 449.04 calories per serving with 5.88g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for dessert or snack.
Bake the Mochi
Cool Completely (Crucial Step)
Cut and Serve
Add 1/2 cup (50g) of unsweetened cocoa powder to the dry ingredients for a rich, chocolatey version.
Sift 2-3 tablespoons of high-quality matcha powder with the dry ingredients for an earthy, green tea flavor.
For a vibrant purple color and unique flavor, add 1/2 cup of ube halaya (purple yam jam) and 1 teaspoon of ube extract to the wet ingredients. You may want to slightly reduce the sugar.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded unsweetened coconut over the batter before baking for extra texture and a toasted coconut flavor.
The sweet rice flour and sugar provide a quick source of carbohydrates, making this an energy-dense treat perfect for a pick-me-up.
Coconut milk contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of fat that is more easily digested and converted into energy by the body compared to other fats.
Made with sweet rice flour, butter mochi is naturally free from gluten, making it a safe and delicious dessert option for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Butter mochi is a dessert and should be enjoyed in moderation. It is high in calories, sugar, and saturated fat from the butter and coconut milk. However, it is naturally gluten-free, making it a suitable treat for those with gluten sensitivities.
A single serving (2 pieces, approximately 135g) contains around 450-500 calories, depending on the exact ingredients used. It's a rich, energy-dense snack.
Yes, you can make this dairy-free. Replace the 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with an equal amount of melted coconut oil or a dairy-free butter substitute. Replace the 1 cup of whole milk with more full-fat coconut milk or another plant-based milk like almond or soy milk.
This usually happens if the mochi is underbaked or cut while still warm. Ensure it's baked until deep golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Most importantly, you must let it cool completely for at least 2-3 hours to allow the starches to set properly, which creates the signature chewy texture.
Mochiko is a Japanese sweet rice flour made from mochigome, a short-grain glutinous rice. It is essential for this recipe's chewy texture. Do not substitute it with regular rice flour, as the result will be gritty and crumbly, not chewy.