How to Make Guamanian Mochi - A Step-by-Step Guide

Guamanian Mochi is a traditional dessert that originated in Guam, an island located in the western Pacific Ocean. This sweet treat is made with glutinous rice flour, sugar, and coconut milk, giving it a chewy and sweet texture that is highly addictive. The addition of coconut milk adds a rich and creamy flavor that sets Guamanian Mochi apart from other variations of mochi found in other Asian cultures.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups sweet rice flour (mochiko)
  • 1 ¾ cups white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 48 pieces

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Sift together the rice flour, sugar, and baking soda; set aside. Beat eggs with evaporated milk, coconut milk, and vanilla extract. Add flour and butter; beat until well combined.
  • Pour into prepared pan and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Allow to cool completely before cutting into small (1 1/2 inch) squares.
  • Nutrition

    90 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 93mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 47mg