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!
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: Use airtight containers to store in the refrigerator for 1-2 days, never more than this.TO FREEZE: Do not freeze donuts as they become brittle and dry once thawed.