Pumpkin Butter Mochi
Ingredients
- 16 oz box mochiko
glutinous sweet rice flour*), (454 g
- 1 ½ cup granulated sugar)
(300 g
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix*
- ¼ teaspooon kosher salt
- 13.5 oz can coconut milk
, unsweetened, full-fat
- 15 oz can pure pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup salted butter melted
slightly cooled), (170 g
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350℉. Line 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper (or generously butter). Set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together sweet rice flour, sugar, baking powder, spices, and salt.
- 3
Add in coconut milk, pumpkin puree, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth. Scrape down sides and bottom of bowl to ensure through mixing. Batter should be smooth without any dry streaks of flour.
- 4
Transfer batter to prepared baking pan. Spread into an even layer. Forcefully bang bottom of pan against hard surface to remove any air bubbles.
- 5
TOPPING: Mix together sugar and cinnamon. Generously sprinkle mixture over mochi batter.
- 6
Bake for about 45-55 minutes until toothpick inserted in center of pan comes out clean. Mochi may rise and puff during baking. It will settle as it cools. Cool for an hour before slicing into desired portions. Best enjoyed the same day it is baked!
Pumpkin Butter Mochi
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About this Recipe
Looking for a delightful twist on a classic Hawaiian treat that's perfect for the holidays? This Pumpkin Butter Mochi recipe delivers a uniquely chewy, moist, and flavorful dessert that will surprise and delight any crowd.
The magic of this recipe lies in how it infuses the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and spice into the beloved, bouncy texture of traditional Hawaiian butter mochi. By combining pure pumpkin puree and fragrant pumpkin spice mix with the tender sweetness of mochiko and richness of coconut milk, you get a dessert that’s both familiar and excitingly new, perfect for festive gatherings.
Prepare your senses for a truly unique dessert experience. You'll bite into a rich, golden square that is wonderfully chewy and incredibly moist, with a satisfying elasticity characteristic of mochi. Each piece carries the cozy essence of pumpkin, beautifully complemented by notes of warming spices and the subtle sweetness from the full-fat coconut milk and vanilla extract. The final sprinkle of cinnamon sugar creates a delightful aromatic finish, making this an ideal treat for those seeking a comforting yet exotic flavor profile. This recipe yields a generous 9x13-inch pan, ensuring there's plenty to share.
This Pumpkin Butter Mochi offers a delightful balance of flavors, but you can adjust the intensity to your liking. Feel free to tweak the amount of pumpkin spice mix in the batter to suit your preference for more or less spice. Similarly, the final sprinkle of cinnamon sugar can be made more generous for an added aromatic layer, or kept lighter for a subtler finish.
Perfect for holiday potlucks, autumnal gatherings, or simply a cozy treat at home, this Pumpkin Butter Mochi is designed to be shared. Serve it in squares, perhaps with a warm cup of coffee or tea, to fully appreciate its comforting flavors and unique texture.