Butter Mochi
Hawaiian

Butter Mochi

A chewy, buttery dessert with a hint of coconut and vanilla, reminiscent of the islands' sweet traditions.

Easy1.5 hours

Where it comes from

Butter mochi reflects the multicultural influences of Hawaii, combining Japanese mochi techniques with Western-style baking, common in local home kitchens.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Melt butter and mix with coconut milk, sugar, and eggs.

  2. 2

    Add glutinous rice flour, vanilla, and baking powder, stirring until smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour into a greased baking pan.

  4. 4

    Bake until the top is golden and set.

  5. 5

    Cool before cutting into squares and serving.

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