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Butter Mochi Easy and Quick

Butter Mochi Easy and Quick: Your New Favorite Chewy Treat

Butter Mochi Easy and Quick is a delightful gluten-free dessert that's quick to prepare, promising a chewy texture and rich flavor with every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mochi Base
  • 2 cups sweet rice flour high-quality mochiko recommended
  • 1 cup granulated sugar use specified amount for best flavor
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder for rising and fluffiness
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup coconut milk rich flavor, can substitute with almond milk
  • ½ cup milk can switch to dairy-free alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
For Flavor Variations
  • ½ cup cocoa powder for Chocolate Butter Mochi
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder for Matcha Butter Mochi
  • ½ cup coconut cream substitute for half the butter
  • ½ cup peanut butter for a nutty twist

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sweet rice flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder until combined.
  3. Melt unsalted butter and let cool slightly; add it along with coconut milk, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes until the top is golden brown and edges pull from the dish.
  6. Allow to cool in the baking dish for 30 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This Butter Mochi can be enhanced with various flavors, and it stores well at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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