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These Mochi-Covered Donuts combine the chewiness of mochi with the lightness of donuts for a unique, melt-in-your-mouth dessert. Soft, chewy, and irresistibly cute!

Mochi meets donut a.k.a called Dochi (donut mochi) is a cute and fun way of a viral dessert lately in Indonesia. You can change the topping with matcha, crème brulee, dark chocolate, and all. soft donuts with a chewy mochi layer, creamy topping, and perfect sweetness.

When you can’t decide between the soft chew of mochi and the fluffy sweetness of donuts — why not have both? These Mochi-Covered Donuts combine the best of both worlds: a pillowy yeast donut wrapped in a thin, chewy mochi layer, then finished with a sweet glaze and a touch of strawberry cream.

It’s the kind of dessert that surprises you at first bite — soft, bouncy, and perfectly sweet. Each donut feels like a cozy little indulgence, made to impress yet delightfully comforting.

Dochi; donut mochi happening in Indonesia

Mochi donuts are definitely happening here in Indonesia — you can spot them in trendy dessert shops, cafes, and even local markets. The soft chewiness of mochi combined with the sweetness of a donut makes them a hit for anyone who loves playful textures and cute presentation.

I was inspired by this trend but wanted to make something a little different — instead of the usual mochi donut rings, I wrapped the entire donut in chewy mochi. It gives a unique bite: soft and fluffy on the inside, stretchy and slightly chewy on the outside. And when filled with creamy strawberry cheese filling, it’s just irresistible!

What I love most about this recipe is how it reflects Indonesia’s playful dessert culture. We love mixing ideas — a bit of Japanese mochi texture, a touch of Western donut indulgence, and our local sweetness flair. My Doughchi Donut is a little taste of that creativity, made right in your kitchen.

The Magic of Mochi Meets Donut and why I make this

Mochi, made from glutinous rice flour, has been loved across Asia for centuries. Its chewy, stretchy texture gives desserts a playful twist — satisfying, nostalgic, and fun to eat. When paired with the classic donut, it creates something truly special: the chewiness of mochi balancing the airiness of fried dough.

These Mochi-Covered Donuts are more than just a treat; they’re an experience. The combination of soft donut and chewy mochi creates an addictive contrast that keeps you coming back for another bite. It’s playful, textural, and so satisfying to make at home.

Plus, they’re endlessly customizable; matcha, chocolate, ube, or strawberry. you can easily turn them into your signature flavor. They’re cute enough for gifting, but honestly, they’re best enjoyed fresh, still slightly warm, with a cup of milk tea or coffee.

I’ve always loved both soft, pillowy donuts and the chewy texture of Japanese mochi — so I thought, why not combine them? The result is this delightful hybrid: a donut wrapped in mochi with a creamy strawberry filling. It’s the best of both worlds; familiar yet excitingly different in every bite.

I wanted to make something that feels special perfect for sharing or gifting. Mochi-covered donuts look fancy but are surprisingly fun to make. It’s the kind of dessert that makes people stop and say, “Wait, what is this?” before taking a bite and falling in love.

Ingredients  of Mochi-Covered Donuts

Donut

• High-Protein Flour: This flour gives the donuts structure and chewiness. It contains more gluten-forming proteins, helping the dough rise well and hold its fluffy texture after frying.
• All-purpose flour: Combining it with high-protein flour balances the texture — not too dense, not too airy. It makes the donut tender while still holding its shape.
• Egg room temperature: add richness, color, and moisture to the dough. They also act as a binder, creating a soft and elastic structure that’s easy to shape and fry.
• Unsalted Butter: adds a rich, buttery flavor and contributes to the soft, pillowy crumb inside the donuts. Using unsalted butter gives you control over the salt level.
• Sugar: sweetens the dough but also feeds the yeast, helping the donuts rise beautifully. It also enhances browning for that perfect golden crust.
• Lukewarm Milk: Milk hydrates the dough and adds a subtle creamy taste. The warmth helps activate the yeast for better fermentation.
• Instant Yeast: The key ingredient for making your donuts light and airy. Instant yeast doesn’t require proofing, so it mixes directly into the dough for a quick and reliable rise.
• Salt: A small amount of salt sharpens the sweetness, enhances flavor, and strengthens the gluten network for better texture.

Mochi

• Glutinous Rice Flour: This is the main ingredient that gives the mochi its signature chewy and stretchy texture. Make sure to use glutinous (sweet rice) flour, not regular rice flour.
• Cornstarch: helps stabilize the mochi mixture and prevents it from becoming too sticky, making it easier to handle and wrap around the donuts.
• Sugar
• Milk: gives the mochi mixture a creamy richness and a smooth mouthfeel. It also helps bind the flour and sugar together when heated.
• Cooking Oil: A touch of oil keeps the mochi soft and pliable even after cooling. It prevents the surface from drying out or cracking.
• Glutinous Rice Flour: This extra flour is used for dusting to prevent the cooked mochi from sticking to the surface or your hands during shaping.

Cream Cheese Filling

• Cream Cheese room temperature: The heart of the filling — smooth, tangy, and creamy. It gives a cheesecake-like flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweet donut and mochi layers.
• Powdered Sugar: sweetens and smooths the filling without making it gritty. It also helps stabilize the texture.
• Strawberry Jam: This adds a fruity, refreshing twist to the rich cream cheese. The jam gives a hint of tartness and a beautiful color contrast to the filling.

How to Make Mochi-Covered Donuts

Start by placing high-protein flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, and instant yeast into a mixing bowl. Stir well to combine the dry ingredients evenly.

Next, add butter, eggs, milk, and salt, then knead on low speed for about 10 minutes. The dough should become smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.

Once kneaded, transfer the dough to a clean surface. Knead gently two or three times to shape it into a smooth, round ball.

Grease a clean bowl lightly with oil, then place the dough inside. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it proof in a warm spot for about 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

When the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Knead it a few times until it becomes smooth again.

Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a rectangle about 2 cm thick. Cut it into circles with a cookie cutter, then place each piece on parchment paper. Cover again with plastic wrap and proof for another hour until puffy.

While the donuts are proofing, make the creamy strawberry filling. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add the strawberry jam and continue beating until fully combined.

Transfer the filling into a piping bag and keep it chilled until ready to use

Make Mochi

In a heatproof bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, cornstarch, sugar, milk, and cooking oil. Whisk the mixture until smooth and lump-free, then strain it to ensure a silky texture.

Steam the mochi mixture for 25 minutes until thick and translucent. Once cooked, transfer it to a silicone mat and knead while it’s still warm until the oil is fully absorbed and the dough turns stretchy and smooth.

Divide the mochi into 10 equal portions, dust lightly with roasted glutinous rice flour, and flatten each piece with a rolling pin.

In a deep pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Once hot, gently place the donuts into the oil. Fry each side for about 3 minutes or until golden brown and evenly cooked.

Remove the donuts from the oil and transfer them to a cooling rack to drain excess oil and cool slightly.
To fill the donuts, use kitchen scissors to snip a small hole on the side of each donut. Gently open the hole slightly, then pipe the strawberry cream cheese filling inside until plump.

Wrap and Enjoy!

Next, take one flattened mochi piece and wrap it around the filled donut, smoothing it out until completely covered.

For a final touch, you can add a swirl of strawberry cream on top and decorate with half a strawberry or powdered sugar for a bakery-style look.

Serve immediately and enjoy the soft, chewy mochi layer hugging a fluffy donut with creamy strawberry filling inside — a fusion dessert dream come true!

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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

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert

Cuisine Japanese

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.

Keyword gluten free donut, homemade mochi donut