Hawaiian Butter Mochi (2.5M+ on TikTok Viral Recipe!)

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole Milk (Whole milk, can substitute 2% milk)
• 2 cups Granulated Sugar (Fine granulated sugar)
• 16 ounces Glutinous Rice Flour (Also called sweet rice flour, provides the chewy mochi texture)
• 1 can Coconut Milk (Full‑fat canned coconut milk, shake well before opening)
• 4 large Eggs (Room temperature)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter (Melted, not browned)
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (Double‑acting)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Pure vanilla extract)
• 0.25 cup Shredded Coconut (Optional, toasted for extra flavor)

Instructions

1. Line Baking Pan

   Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut parchment paper to fit a 9×13‑inch pan, allowing overhang on the sides for easy removal. Place the parchment in the pan.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

   In the large mixing bowl combine whole milk, granulated sugar, coconut milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

   Time: PT5M

3. Incorporate Dry Ingredients

   Sift the glutinous rice flour and baking powder directly into the bowl. Whisk just until the batter is smooth and free of lumps; do not over‑mix.

   Time: PT5M

4. Transfer Batter

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

   Time: PT2M

5. Add Shredded Coconut (Optional)

   Sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the surface of the batter if using.

   Time: PT1M

6. Bake Mochi

   Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

   Time: PT1H

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Cool Completely

   Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool on a rack until completely room temperature before cutting into squares.

   Time: PT30M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

422

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

63 g

Fat

13 g

Fiber

2 g