Mochi Donuts
Mochi Donuts are a snack that combines the chewy texture of Japanese rice cakes (mochi) with the shape and style of American donuts. This type of donut is known for its unique texture. The outside is dry but the inside is chewy and slightly sticky, similar to mochi. Unlike traditional donuts made from ordinary wheat flour, mochi donuts use sticky rice flour. That’s what gives the chewy sensation. Because of this unique texture, mochi donuts have become very popular in various countries.
You must already know the mochi snack. You must also know about donut snacks. But did you know about mochi and donuts combined? This time we will discuss this unique snack. Yes, this unique snack is Mochi Donuts. You can make this snack at home without going to a dessert shop. To make the snack requires 15 minutes of preparation time, while the cooking time is an hour. The ingredients are readily available in supermarkets. Serving this is suitable as a snack and can also be a business idea.
Overview of Ingredients and How to Make This Snack
The main ingredients used to make mochi donuts are sticky rice flour, milk, sugar, baking powder, and several other ingredients. For a more attractive appearance, you can use various kinds of glaze on top of the mochi donuts when serving.
Here are the general steps for making this snack. The first step is making the dough by mixing several ingredients until it forms a soft and springy dough. Then, make the dough into small balls. Fry the mixture in hot oil. The last step is serving and adding a glaze topping.
Tips for Cooking This Snack
You need to pay attention to several tips to make the dough perfect both in texture and taste. The following are some tips that can help you to make this snack.
Choose High-Quality Glutinous Rice Flour
Glutinous rice flour is the main ingredient in this snack dough, which gives it its distinctive softness and chewiness. Make sure the sticky rice flour you use is not mixed with other flour because this can affect the final result.
Add Sweeteners Wisely
This snack usually has a sweet taste from sugar. Make sure you don’t use too much sweetener, as it will make it too sweet and affect the consistency of the dough.
The Dough Should Be Thick and Slightly Sticky
If the dough is too runny, the donuts will not have the desired chewy texture. On the other hand, if the dough is too dense, the result can be tough. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little sticky rice flour, but not too much so that the texture is still soft.
When Cooking
Don’t Overcrowd the Oil When Frying
To get good results, don’t add too much batter to the oil at once. Frying too much at once will lower the temperature of the oil, which can cause the batter to absorb excess oil. Fry in small batches for crispier, evenly cooked results.
Wait for the Oil to Cool Before Frying the Next Batch
After frying one batch, let the oil cool slightly before adding the next batch. Oil that is too hot can cause the dough to quickly burn on the outside, while the inside is not fully cooked.
When Serving This Snack
Let Donuts Cool Before Serving
After frying, let these snacks cool for a moment before serving, especially if you are adding toppings or glazes. This helps prevent the topping from melting and keeps the texture of this snack chewy.
Experiment with Shapes and Sizes
Shape this snack creatively! You can use a special donut mold to make the perfect ring shape or try shaping it by hand into a ball or other shape. Don’t be afraid to experiment with shapes because the result will still be delicious.
Mochi Donuts Texture
Mochi Donuts have a unique and very distinctive texture, different from traditional donuts or other cakes. Here are some of the main characteristics of the texture of this snack.
Chewy and Soft
Chewy is the main characteristic of the texture of this snack. Unlike ordinary donuts which tend to be soft or light, this snack gives a chewy sensation that you feel when you bite into it. Because of the use of sticky rice flour which contains starch which forms a chewy texture when making it. The chewy sensation makes this snack feel denser, but still soft on the inside. This provides a unique and more satisfying eating experience, especially for fans of foods with chewy textures.
Additional Toppings and Glazing
Toppings or glazes added after frying, such as powdered sugar, chocolate, or even matcha, do not significantly affect the base texture of these snacks, but add additional texture to the outside, providing a layer of flavor and softness on the surface.
Other Variants
Here are several variants of this snack that you can try making.
Matcha
This snack has a bright light green color due to the use of matcha powder in the dough or topping. You can add a layer of matcha glaze or sprinkle matcha powder on top for a richer taste.
Chocolate
Chocolate is always a favorite choice for a variety of flavors. You can add cocoa powder to the mixture to give it a rich chocolate taste. These treats will be dark chocolate with a layer of chocolate glaze or chocolate chips sprinkled on top.
Red Beans
Snacks with sweet and smooth red bean fillings or toppings are very popular in Japanese cuisine. This snack is layered with fine red beans inside.
The Uniqueness of This Snack
The following are some of the features that make this snack special and popular.
Lighter and Not Too Oily
This snack is known to be lighter and less oily than regular donuts. The shorter frying process due to the lighter batter also helps reduce oil absorption, making it a healthier option than traditional donuts.
Business Ideas
This snack is liked by various age groups, from children to adults. This makes the target market for this snack business very wide and has an increasingly high chance of making money.
Rich in a Variety of Flavors and Toppings
One of the features of this snack is its ability to be combined with a variety of flavors and toppings. Starting from classic flavors such as matcha, chocolate, and vanilla, to unique flavors such as taro. This snack is often decorated with various colorful glazes and toppings such as sesame seeds, nuts, coconut flakes, or even pieces of fresh fruit. This makes it not only delicious but also visually appealing.
Now let’s look at the recipe and don’t forget you must try to make this!
Ingredients of Mochi Donuts
MOchi
- 1/4 tbsp Glutinous Rice Flour: It is the main ingredient in the dough and helps create a chewy but still soft mochi texture.
- 200 ml Milk: To hydrate the glutinous rice flour and help mix the ingredients into a smooth dough. Milk also adds a creamy taste and a little softness to the dough, so that the final result is more moist and not dry.
DONUt
- 1 3/4 Cup Glutinous Rice Flour: Gives the chewy and chewy texture that is characteristic of this snack.
- ½ cup Sugar: To give a sweet taste to the dough and help create a beautiful brown color when fried. Sugar also plays a role in retaining moisture in this snack.
- 1 tsp Baking Powder: Helps the dough a little rise when frying.
- ¼ tsp Salt: Brings out the overall flavor of the other ingredients. Salt also helps strengthen the structure of the dough.
- 1 Egg: A binder adds softness to the dough.
- 1 tbsp Melted Unsalted Butter: Gives softness, savory taste, and moisture to the dough.
- ½ cup Milk: Adds softness to the dough, helping to mix all the ingredients until the texture is smooth and creamy. Milk also provides the moisture needed so that it doesn’t dry out after frying.
Glaze
- Strawberry Glaze: Gives a fresh sweet and sour taste, as well as an attractive pink color.
- Chocolate Glaze: Adds classic chocolate flavor and a touch of sweetness.
- Avocado Glaze: Gives a creamy and slightly savory taste, as well as additional healthy fats from avocado.
How to Make Mochi Donuts
Mochi
First, combine glutinous rice flour with milk in a heatproof bowl and stir until well combined.
After that, steam the mochi mixture for about 10 minutes.
Mochi Donuts
First, mix well dry ingredients. Then add mochi, egg, melted butter, and half of the milk. Knead with your hand until just combined. After that pour the rest of the milk and knead again until smooth and well combined. The dough should not stick to your hand.
Weigh 10 g of each mochi donut dough then roll it into a ball and stick it together on parchment paper into a donut shape. One mochi donut consists of seven mochi balls.
Heat oil in a pot over low heat, then fry the mochi donut once the oil is hot. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden on both sides. Then remove from the heat and rest it on a cooling rack.
Dip one side of the donut into the glaze and lastly let it set.
Nutrient Content
The following is a description of the nutritional content of this snack.
Glutinous Rice Flour: Glutinous rice flour is high in carbohydrates and contains a small amount of protein and fiber.
Milk: Milk provides protein, calcium, and fat.
Eggs: Eggs contribute protein, fat, and vitamins such as vitamins A, B12, and D.
Serving Recommendations
Here are some options that are perfect to serve with this snack.
Black Coffee or Milk Coffee
If you prefer coffee, a bitter black coffee or milk coffee would also be a perfect pairing with this snack. The slightly bitter taste of coffee can balance the sweet taste of this snack and make it more delicious.
Fresh Fruits
Berries such as strawberries or raspberries provide a fresh and tart taste that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of this snack. You can add fresh fruit slices on the side or top as a topping. If you want to create a tropical taste, fresh kiwi or mango can be an ideal pairing. The sweet and slightly sour taste of this fruit provides a fresh touch that contrasts with the softness of this snack.
Nuts
Nuts such as almonds or cashews can provide a crunchy texture that contrasts with the softness of this snack. You can sprinkle chopped nuts on top of the donuts or serve them as a side snack. Pistachios with a savory and slightly sweet taste are also suitable as an accompaniment to balance the sweet taste of this snack.
This snack creates an incredible sensation of texture and taste. With an unlimited variety of flavors, Mochi Donuts has succeeded in becoming one of the favorite snacks throughout the world. If you haven’t tried it yet, be sure to try it or try making this at home. Who knows, this could become your new favorite snack!
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Mochi Donuts
Ingredients
Mochi
- 1/4 tbsp Glutinous Rice Flour
- 200 ml Milk
Donut
- 1 3/4 Cup Glutinous Rice Flour
- ½ cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 Egg
- 1 tbsp Melted Unsalted Butter
- ½ cup Milk
Glaze
- Strawberry Glaze
- Chocolate Glaze
- Avocado Glaze
Instructions
Mochi
- Combine glutinous rice flour with milk in a heatproof bowl and stir until well combined. Steam the mochi mixture for about 10 minutes.
Mochi Donuts
- Mix well dry ingredients. Add mochi, egg, melted butter, and half of the milk, and knead with your hand until just combined. Pour the rest of the milk and knead again until smooth and well combined. The dough should not stick to your hand.
- Weigh 10 g of each mochi donut dough then roll it into a ball and stick it together on parchment paper into a donut shape. One mochi donut consists of seven mochi balls.
- Heat oil in a pot over low heat, then fry the mochi donut once the oil is hot. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden on both sides. Remove from the heat and rest it on a cooling rack.
- Dip one side of the donut into the glaze and let it set.
