**Mochi Cake: A Delectable Fusion of East and West**
Indulge in the irresistible mochi cake, a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western culinary traditions. This unique cake boasts a soft, chewy texture reminiscent of mochi, a traditional Japanese rice cake, enveloped in an irresistibly fluffy sponge cake. Originating in Hawaii, mochi cake has captivated taste buds worldwide with its delightful combination of textures and flavors. Our curated collection of mochi cake recipes offers a tantalizing array of variations, from classic to contemporary, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the delightful nuances of mochi cake, a true testament to the boundless creativity of the culinary world.
MOCHI CAKE, ANY WAY YOU WANT IT
Gooey-bouncy on the inside and crispy-chewy on the outside, mochi cake is a texture we just can't get enough of. Made from glutinous sweet rice flour, it's naturally gluten-free, and this version can even be made dairy-free by using coconut oil and milk. Our recipe is based on Hawaiian butter mochi, but is less sweet and highly adaptable. You can mix and match flavors and spices, though make sure to add an additional three tablespoons rice flour if you don't want to add a powdered flavoring. Bake in a round cake pan for elegant wedges, a baking pan for gooey squares, or a muffin pan for more crispy-chewy edges.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Butter Egg Coconut Wheat/Gluten-Free Dessert Dairy Free
Yield One 9"-diameter cake, one 8x8" square cake, or 14 standard cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter a 9"-diameter cake pan or an 8x8" baking pan or 14 cups of two standard 12-cup muffin pans. (If you only have 1 muffin pan, you can bake the extra batter in a small loaf pan or mini muffin pan, or just discard it.) Generously coat pan with sugar, tapping out excess (about ¼ cup should do it).
- Place 1½ cups (300 g) sugar and 6 Tbsp. butter in a large bowl. If using coconut milk, heat in a small saucepan over medium, whisking constantly, until no clumps remain, then whisk into sugar mixture. If using half-and-half, whisk directly into sugar mixture. Add eggs, vanilla, and salt and whisk to combine.
- Whisk rice flour, powdered flavoring of choice (or 3 Tbsp. more rice flour), spice of choice, and baking powder in a medium bowl to combine, then whisk into egg mixture. Scrape batter into prepared pan and sprinkle with coconut or sesame seeds.
- Bake until top begins to crack and cake springs back when gently pressed, 55-65 minutes for cake and 45-55 minutes for cupcakes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cake cool in pan 10 minutes. Run a knife around perimeter of cake, place a plate over pan, and invert cake onto plate. Hold wire rack over cake and invert cake onto rack (simply turn cupcakes out onto rack and turn over). Let cool completely.
- Do ahead: Cake can be baked 5 days ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature.
CAROL'S MOCHI CAKE
This is a sweet dessert. It uses sweet rice flour or mochiko. Although it is baked like a cake it's texture is sweet and sticky.
Provided by Amy in Hawaii
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cream together 3 cups sugar and 1/2 cup butter.
- Blend in the remaining ingredients.
- Pour into greased 9"x13" pan. Bake in 350 degree oven for one hour. Cool.
- Cut into squares with a plastic knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.2, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 102.2, Sodium 155.1, Carbohydrate 96.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 50.2, Protein 8
MOCHI CAKE
Make and share this Mochi Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Roosie
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat electric oven to 350°F
- Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
- In a large bowl, combine mochiko, sugar, and baking powder.
- Add remaining ingredients; mix well.
- Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour; cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.7, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 58.5, Sodium 95, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 22.3, Protein 3.6
EASY MOCHI
A lovely Chinese New Year's snack; soft, slightly sweet, and chewy, this is a wonderful traditional dessert. Ready in only minutes. Serve with steaming hot tea!
Provided by Katrina
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Japanese
Time 3h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wrap red bean paste in aluminum foil and place in the freezer for at least 3 hours. Mix sweet rice flour and green tea powder thoroughly in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl. Stir in water, then sugar. Mix until smooth. Cover bowl with plastic wrap.
- Cook the rice flour mixture in the microwave for 3 minutes and 30 seconds. Meanwhile, remove red bean paste from the freezer and divide paste into 8 equal balls. Set aside. Stir rice flour mixture and heat for another 15 to 30 seconds.
- Dust work surface with cornstarch. While the mochi is still hot from the microwave, begin rolling balls the size of about 2 tablespoons. Flatten the mochi ball and place 1 frozen red bean paste ball in the center. Pinch the mochi over the red bean paste until the paste is completely covered. Sprinkle with additional cornstarch and place mochi seam side down in a paper muffin liner to prevent sticking. Repeat until all the mochi and red bean paste is used.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, Sodium 82.3 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
BUTTER MOCHI CAKE
This is a delectably rich, buttery, and simple-to-make rendition of the traditional Japanese dessert of red-bean mochi. Traditional Japanese mochi is made from sweet rice flour mixed with water, steamed, and formed into small patties filled with sweetened red bean paste and lightly dusted with confectioner's sugar. This butter mochi cake is a westernized version of the traditional mochi, for it incorporates butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla and is baked.
Provided by YI-FUN HSUEH
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Japanese
Time 1h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch Bundt pan or a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla and milk. Stir in the rice flour and baking powder. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Drop red bean paste by scant teaspoonfuls onto the top of the cake. If spoonfuls are too big, the filling will sink to the bottom.
- Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cake springs back when lightly touched. If using a Bundt pan, invert the cake onto a serving plate. Cake must be completely cooled before unmolding from Bundt pan, or it will be too soft to hold its shape. Serve small slices of this very rich cake at room temperature or slightly warmed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.3 calories, Carbohydrate 79.6 g, Cholesterol 71.7 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 168.9 mg, Sugar 23.9 g
Tips:
- Use glutinous rice flour: This is the key ingredient that gives mochi cake its chewy texture. If you can't find glutinous rice flour, you can make your own by grinding sweet rice into a fine powder.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the cake tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a steamer: Steaming is the best way to cook mochi cake. It helps to create a soft and fluffy texture.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing: This will help to prevent the cake from falling apart.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Mochi cake can be served with a variety of toppings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Mochi cake is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is relatively easy to make, and the results are always impressive. Whether you are a fan of mochi or not, you are sure to enjoy this cake. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give mochi cake a try.
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