The Best Butter Mochi

Ingredients

• 2 cups mochiko (sweet rice flour)
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mochiko, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, coconut milk, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Interesting Facts

• Butter mochi is a popular Hawaiian dessert made with mochiko (sweet rice flour), butter, coconut milk, and sugar.
• It is often served at luaus and other special occasions.
• The texture of butter mochi is similar to a chewy brownie or cake.