Coconut mochi cake is a delightful and chewy dessert that’s popular in Hawaiian and Japanese cuisines. It’s made with glutinous rice flour (mochiko), coconut milk, and sugar, resulting in a sweet and slightly chewy cake with a tropical coconut flavor. Here’s a simple recipe for coconut mochi cake:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mochiko (glutinous rice flour)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat for best results)
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional, for added texture and flavor)
- Cooking spray or additional butter for greasing the pan
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mochiko, granulated sugar, and baking powder. Mix them together until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, water, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until everything is thoroughly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, stirring continuously until you have a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
- Add Shredded Coconut (Optional):
- If you’d like to add shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor, fold it into the batter at this stage.
- Pour into the Baking Pan:
- Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake:
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50-60 minutes, or until the coconut mochi cake is set and the top is golden brown. The cake should be slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool:
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing. It will continue to firm up as it cools.
- Slice and Serve:
- Once the coconut mochi cake has cooled sufficiently, cut it into squares or rectangles and serve. It can be enjoyed at room temperature or slightly warm.
Coconut mochi cake is a wonderful treat with a unique chewy texture and a sweet coconut flavor. It’s perfect for dessert, snacking, or as a sweet addition to your morning coffee or tea. Enjoy!