Butter mochi is very delicious but I have lightened up a typical butter mochi recipe so that it is better for you but still very tasty. And I have included some allergy friendly substitutions so that everyone can enjoy!
3/4cupsugar (organic)use a little more if using regular sugar
2cans of non-fat evaporated milk (12 oz each)or 2 cans of coconut milk or 3 cups of milk allergy safe substitute
3eggsbeatened (or egg substitute of choice for *2* eggs)
1boxKoda Farms sweet rice flour16 ounce
2teaspoonsbaking powder
1teaspoonvanilla extract
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/2cupgrated coconutoptional, additional 1/4 cup for garnishing if desired
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 °F and spray a 13 x 9 glass baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Microwave the butter in a large bowl, 30 seconds at a time until it is 75% melted (a quick stir will melt it the rest of the way).
Add sugar, evaporated milk (or coconut milk or milk substitute), and eggs (or egg substitute) and beat with a mixer on low for 1 minute.
Add rice flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and grated coconut (if desired) and beat with a mixer until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
Pour into the baking dish and bake for 1 hour, or until golden brown.
Allow to cool and cut into 24 pieces.
Notes
1 box of sweet rice flour is 1 pound (464 grams)The calorie count is an approximation and includes coconut, which is optional.