Mochi brownies combine the fudgy richness of classic brownies with the chewy texture of mochi, thanks to sweet rice flour. Naturally gluten-free and deeply chocolatey.
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
4 oz dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour)
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup milk or full-fat coconut milk
Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips, toasted sesame seeds
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Melt butter and chocolate together until smooth.
Stir in sugar, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
Sift in cocoa powder, mochiko, and salt. Stir to combine.
Add milk gradually, mixing until smooth and thick.
Fold in chocolate chips if using.
Pour into pan and bake 40–45 minutes, until set at the edges.
Cool fully before slicing. Chill for cleaner cuts.
Use only mochiko for best texture.
Coconut milk adds richness and subtle flavor.
Store chilled for optimal chewiness.