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Coconut Mochi Cake Recipe

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This Coconut Mochi Cake is a delightful, chewy dessert made with sweet rice flour and rich coconut milk. It offers a unique texture and tropical flavor, perfect for a comforting treat or special occasion. The cake is simple to prepare, baked to golden perfection, and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups sweet rice flour (mochiko)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish to prevent the cake from sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the sweet rice flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined, ensuring even distribution of leavening.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the coconut milk, add the eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which preserves the cake’s characteristic chewy texture.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to promote uniform baking.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve the mochi cake warm or at room temperature to enjoy its soft and chewy texture.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to retain the mochi’s signature chewiness.
  • Use full-fat coconut milk for best flavor and texture.
  • Sweet rice flour (mochiko) is essential to achieve the unique mochi texture.
  • Use an 8-inch square pan for optimal thickness and baking time.
  • The cake can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Keywords: Coconut Mochi Cake, Mochiko Cake, Chewy Coconut Cake, Asian Dessert, Gluten Free Cake

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