Mochi Donuts

Learn how to make mochi donuts; Japanese doughnuts that are soft, sweet, and delicious. Made with simple ingredients, serve them as a dessert or with some coffee!

Course Dessert

Cuisine Japanese

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings Donuts

Calories 195kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

2 cups sweet rice flour
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 large egg
2 tablespoons butter melted

For the glaze

4 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-4 tablespoons milk
1 drop food coloring optional

Instructions

Add 1/4 cup of flour and 1/4 cup of milk into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave it for 30-40 seconds, until a sticky dough remains. Let it cool to room temperature.
In one mixing bowl, add the remaining dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. Combine these two with the sticky dough mix. Knead together until smooth.
Lightly flour your hands then divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Divide each piece of dough into 8 portions and roll them out into balls. Stick the balls together into a donut shape.
Add oil to a large pot or skillet. Once hot, drop the donuts in and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden on both sides. Repeat the process until all the donuts are cooked.
Once the donuts have cooled, make the glaze by combining the powdered sugar with vanilla extract and milk. If adding color, add a few drops of food coloring.
Dip both sides of the donuts into the glaze and let it set.

Notes

TO STORE: Leftovers will keep fresh at room temperature in an airtight container for up to three days. You can refrigerate them too, but I find they remain dense once thawed.

TO FREEZE: Place the glazed donuts in a ziplock bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.

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