How To Make Butter Mochi (Hawaiian Butter Mochi Cake)
Indulge in the delightful world of Hawaiian Butter Mochi Cake, a sweet treat that beautifully blends rich coconut flavors and a wonderfully chewy texture. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a special snack at home. With its simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe welcomes bakers of all levels to experience a taste of Hawaii. You can customize it further with creative toppings like fresh fruit or nuts, making it a versatile dessert that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
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- 85 g salted butter, melted
- 220 g white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 220 g sweet glutinous rice flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 220 ml milk
- 200 ml coconut milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch x 8-inch brownie pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the sweet rice flour and baking powder together.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and combine with sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Stir in both the coconut milk and regular milk until combined.
- Gradually add the dry rice flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth and lump-free.
- Pour the batter into the lined pan; sprinkle unsweetened coconut flakes on top if desired.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg