Mochi Donut

Discover the irresistible charm of Mochi Donuts, a delightful fusion of traditional Asian mochi and classic American donuts. These chewy, bouncy treats are made with sweet rice flour for their signature texture and a hint of all-purpose flour for structure. Each donut is shaped into a playful ring of small balls, fried to golden perfection, and topped with a silky vanilla glaze for the perfect balance of crispy, sweet, and chewy. Ideal for satisfying dessert cravings or impressing at gatherings, this unique recipe is surprisingly easy and quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish. Whether you’re a fan of Japanese-inspired desserts or seeking something new, these homemade mochi donuts are sure to become your next favorite indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 180 grams Sweet rice flour (glutinous rice flour)
• 75 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 240 milliliters Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large Egg
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil, for frying
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk, for glaze
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix together the sweet rice flour, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring to form a slightly sticky dough.

Step 4

Lightly dust a work surface with some all-purpose flour. Transfer the dough onto the surface and knead gently to bring it together, adding more flour if needed to manage stickiness.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball.

Step 6

To shape the donuts, split each ball into 8 smaller balls. Arrange the small balls in a ring to form a donut shape, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 7

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).

Step 8

Carefully add the donuts to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 9

Fry each donut for approximately 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 11

For the glaze, mix together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.

Step 12

Once the donuts have cooled slightly, dip the top of each donut into the glaze and return to the cooling rack to set.

Step 13

Serve the mochi donuts fresh and enjoy their chewy sweetness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1283.1 grams (1283.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6397

Total Fat 538.30g	690%
Saturated Fat 90.40g	452%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 306mg	102%
Sodium 2301mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 371.70g	135%
Dietary Fiber 5.60g	20%
Total Sugars 162.20g
Protein 34.60g	69%

Vitamin D 178IU	890%
Calcium 409mg	31%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 662mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.9%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 23.0%