Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Hawaiian Butter Mochi, a chewy dessert that combines the rich taste of coconut with a buttery finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings and special occasions, this baked treat is not only easy to make but also naturally gluten-free, thanks to mochiko flour. With its bouncy texture and mild sweetness, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any table. Serve it warm or chilled, topped with fresh fruit or coconut flakes, for an unforgettable dessert experience that brings a touch of tropical bliss to your festivities.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated cane sugar
- 2 cups coconut milk
- ¼ cup melted salted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz mochiko flour (sweet glutinous rice flour)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8×6-inch baking pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, coconut milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add mochiko flour and baking powder, mixing until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 1 hour and 25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow the mochi to cool completely before lifting out using parchment paper and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (66g)
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 119mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 37mg