Chewy Matcha Mochi Bites

These matcha mochi bites are made with glutinous rice flour (don’t worry—glutinous = sticky, not gluten), which gives them their signature bounce. You mix the batter, pour it into a pan, bake it, slice it, and boom—chewy, pillowy squares of matcha heaven.

Perfect for tea time, dessert platters, or sneaking one from the fridge every time you walk by. They’re lightly sweet, super satisfying, and so cute in bite-size form.

Why You’ll Love These Bites

• That irresistible chew. Soft and bouncy like classic mochi.
• Sweet with a hint of earthy matcha.
• Naturally gluten-free and halal-friendly.
• Baked—not steamed or pounded. So easy!
• Make-ahead magic. They get even better the next day.

Time & Yield

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Bake Time: 45–50 minutes
• Cool Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: ~1 hour 20 minutes
• Yield: 36 small bites
• Calories per bite: ~90

Ingredients

• 1 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour) – like Koda Farms Blue Star brand
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon matcha powder – culinary grade is perfect
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free milk)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or neutral oil)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Want them dairy-free? Sub in coconut milk or almond milk + oil.

How to Make Chewy Matcha Mochi Bites

1. Preheat & Prep

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Lightly grease or line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a large bowl, whisk together mochiko, sugar, matcha powder, and baking powder.

3. Whisk the Wet Ingredients

• In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.

4. Combine Wet & Dry

• Pour the wet mixture into the dry and mix until smooth. The batter will be thin—totally normal!

5. Bake

• Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
• The center will look a bit jiggly when hot, but it firms up as it cools.

6. Cool & Slice

• Cool completely in the pan—about 20–30 minutes.
• Slice into 1-inch squares or rectangles with a greased knife.
• Dust with a little powdered sugar or extra matcha for flair!

How to Serve

• With a cup of green tea or jasmine tea
• As a sweet snack or dessert
• On a dessert board with mochi donuts, fruit, or Pocky
• With a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk or coconut cream

Tips for Success

1. Use mochiko, not regular rice flour—only sweet rice flour gives that chew.
2. Don’t overbake. You want them soft and springy, not dry.
3. Grease your knife. For clean slices with no sticking.
4. Store in an airtight container to keep them soft and chewy.
5. Let them cool fully. They taste even better once they’ve rested.

Variations

• Matcha White Chocolate: Fold in white chocolate chips before baking.
• Matcha Coconut: Use canned coconut milk for a richer flavor.
• Black Sesame Swirl: Add 1 tbsp of black sesame paste to half the batter and swirl before baking.
• Brown Sugar Bliss: Use light brown sugar instead of granulated for a warmer, caramel-y flavor.
• Mochi Muffin Bites: Bake in mini muffin tins for round mochi “pucks.”

Storage & Freezing

• Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
• Fridge: Up to 5 days, but bring to room temp before eating (chewiness returns).
• Freezer: Freeze bites between parchment in a zip-top bag for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temp.

Tip: Pop them in the microwave for 5 seconds if they firm up too much!

FAQ

What is mochiko?
It’s sweet rice flour made from glutinous rice—essential for that signature chew. It’s naturally gluten-free but not interchangeable with regular rice flour.

Is matcha mochi supposed to be sticky?
Yes! It’s soft, sticky, and chewy—that’s the joy of mochi.

Can I make these without matcha?
Absolutely—just leave it out or replace it with cocoa powder for chocolate mochi bites.

Is this recipe halal?
Yes! All ingredients are halal-friendly—just double-check your vanilla extract or use non-alcoholic.

Final Thoughts

These Chewy Matcha Mochi Bites are soft, sweet, and full of that earthy green tea flavor you love. They’re easy to make, endlessly snackable, and such a fun way to try something a little different—but totally approachable.

Whether you’re making them for a tea party, dessert platter, or a cozy afternoon snack, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast.

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