Tahini & Jelly Butter Mochi

Sesame Butter Mochi 2.0 with a PB&J twist.

Hi Bakers!

Last year, I shared my mom’s butter mochi recipe with a modern twist (think brown butter, sea salt, and vanilla). Today, I am excited to bring you Sesame Butter Mochi 2.0 for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Butter mochi is an insanely chewy, coconut dessert commonly found in Hawaii. Made with glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, and a few other pantry staples, this uniquely textured treat is unlike any other bar, cake, or brownie. 

If you haven’t tried butter mochi before, heed this warning: it is super addictive and may lead to multiple batches of this custardy, gooey treat. The centers have that stretchy quality like most mochi recipes with a slightly crispy edge. 

Butter mochi is typically made with a just a handful of ingredients. The glutinous rice flour is non-negotiable. Coconut milk is key for an ultra rich and creamy texture, but there are many recipes that use different liquids in its place.

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