Butter mochi is a Hawaiian dessert with a chewy texture and a rich coconut-and-butter flavor. It is one of the best-known local sweets, so it helps the site cover the bakery and dessert side of island food more completely.
If you enjoy this style of Pacific cooking, you may also want to try malasadas, haupia.
Ingredients
- 1 box mochiko flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking pan.
- Mix the mochiko flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- Whisk in the eggs, milk, coconut milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake until set and lightly golden at the edges.
- Cool before cutting into squares.
Helpful Tips
- Do not overbake or the cake can lose some of its chew.
- Let it cool before cutting for cleaner squares.
- A little browning around the edges is normal and good.
FAQ
What does butter mochi taste like?
It is rich, lightly buttery, coconut-forward, and pleasantly chewy.
Is butter mochi served warm or cool?
It is often served at room temperature after cooling.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 1 square |
| Calories | 255 kcal |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 39 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Sodium | 90 mg |
| Cholesterol | 48 mg |
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