Tropical Coconut Mochi Cake Recipe
Indulge in the tropical flavors of this Coconut Mochi Cake – a delightful Hawaiian dessert that combines a crispy golden top with a chewy coconut-infused center. Gluten-free and bursting with coconut essence, it’s a must-try for those who love exotic sweets!
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 9x13-inch cake pan 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 box (16 oz) glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup shredded coconut (optional, for extra texture)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together mochiko, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, blend eggs, coconut milk, evaporated milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Combine Mixtures: Mix wet and dry ingredients until smooth and lump-free.
- Add Coconut: Fold in shredded coconut if desired.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan, smooth the top, and bake for about 1 hour until golden brown with a slight crust.
- Cool and Serve: Let it cool completely before cutting into squares. Enjoy warm or chilled.
Notes
- You can sprinkle additional shredded coconut on top before baking for extra flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 2x2 inches)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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