Ono Butter Mochi

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 12

Ono Butter Mochi, a Hawaiian dessert that bursts with flavors

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

464

Sugar

50g

Fat

12g

Ono Butter Mochi is a popular dessert in Hawaii, where it is often served at family gatherings and celebrations. It is made with mochiko, a sweet rice flour that gives it a chewy texture, and coconut, which adds a rich flavor to the dish. The dessert is typically served in slices and can be eaten on its own or with a scoop of ice cream.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mochiko, sugar, and baking powder.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat together the melted butter, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4.	Gradually whisk the wet ingredients into the mochiko mixture until smooth.
5.	Fold in the sweetened flaked coconut.
6.	Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth it out.
7.	Bake for 1 hour or until the top is golden brown and the edges are crispy.
8.	Let it cool down before slicing and serving.

PROS

Ono Butter Mochi is an indulgent dessert that’s easy to make and packed with flavors.

The chewy texture and coconut flavor make it a favorite among many.

CONS

The dish is high in sugar and may be too sweet for some people.

It contains glutinous rice flour and may not be suitable for those who are gluten-sensitive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Ono Butter Mochi is not a particularly healthy dessert, it can be enjoyed occasionally as part of a balanced diet.
The coconut in this recipe contains healthy fats that may improve cholesterol levels.
It is also a good source of fiber and minerals such as iron and zinc.

	1 pound mochiko ( glutinous rice flour )
	2 1/2 cups white sugar
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1/2 cup butter , melted
	3 cups whole milk
	5 eggs
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1 cup sweetened , flaked coconut