Black Sesame Mochi Donuts Recipe
These Black Sesame Mochi Donuts combine the chewy, elastic texture of mochi with the rich, nutty flavor of black sesame in a delightful baked treat. Lightly sweetened and coated with a smooth black sesame glaze, these donuts offer a unique twist on a classic dessert, perfect for enjoying with tea or coffee.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Donuts:
- 1 1/2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Black Sesame Glaze:
- 1/2 cup black sesame seeds, ground
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan thoroughly to ensure the donuts release easily after baking.
- Mix dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, almond flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Mix wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together whole milk, eggs, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently to form a smooth batter without lumps.
- Fill the donut pan. Using a piping bag or spoon, fill each donut mold about three-quarters full with the batter to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake the donuts. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the donuts turn golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the black sesame glaze. In a bowl, whisk together ground black sesame seeds, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until you achieve a smooth, pourable glaze.
- Glaze the donuts. Dip each cooled donut into the black sesame glaze, allowing the excess to drip off. Place the glazed donuts on a rack or parchment paper to let the coating set before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh black sesame seeds and grind them just before making the glaze to maintain flavor.
- Don’t overfill the donut molds to prevent batter overflow while baking.
- Glutinous rice flour gives the donuts their signature chewy texture—do not substitute with regular rice flour.
- Store glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- To make gluten-free, ensure all ingredients, especially baking powder, are certified gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: mochi donuts, black sesame, gluten free dessert, baked mochi, Asian inspired donuts, chewy donuts, black sesame glaze