Mochi Brownies 

These indulgent Mochi Brownies from Much Desserts are a fusion of classic fudgy chocolate brownie and chewy Hawaiian-style butter mochi. By replacing regular flour with glutinous rice flour (mochiko), they deliver a dense, bouncy texture with crispy edges and a gooey center. Naturally gluten‑free, they offer a unique dessert experience that’s both nostalgic and satisfying—a must-try for anyone craving rich chocolate with interesting chew.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
  
  

• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  
  

• 1 tsp baking powder
  
  

• ⅛ tsp salt
  
  

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
  
  

• ½ cup dark chocolate chips (plus optional extra chunks)
  
  

• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (or browned butter for extra depth)
  
  

• 2 large eggs, room temperature
  
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
  

• ½–1 cup milk (whole or coconut milk)
  
  

• Optional topping: chocolate chunks sprinkled before baking
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 320 °F (160–170 °C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper and grease it.

2. Melt dark chocolate and butter together (double boiler or microwave), stir until smooth, then let cool slightly.
   
   

3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Stir in the cooled chocolate-butter mixture.
   
   

4. In a separate bowl, whisk dry ingredients: glutinous rice flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
   
   

5. Combine wet and dry mixtures until smooth and lump-free. Pour into prepared pan, use a sieve while pouring to catch lumps, and sprinkle with extra chocolate chunks if desired.
   
   

6. Bake 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Some ovens may require up to 60 minutes.
   
   

7. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares for clean cuts. Brush knife lightly with oil if needed.

Nutrients (approximate per square, serves 8)

• Calories: ~300–350 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~45–50 g
  
  

• Fat: ~10–15 g (from butter, chocolate)
  
  

• Protein: ~3–4 g
  
  

• Fiber: ~2–3 g
  
  

• Sugars: ~25–30 g (mostly from sugar and chocolate)
  
  

• Sodium: ~150–200 mg