Ube Mochi

Ingredients:

• 1 cup glutinous rice flour
• 1/2 cup ube (purple yam) powder
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut, for coating

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F/ 180°C.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, ube powder, and sugar.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the coconut milk, water, and vanilla extract.
4. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
5. Using your hands or a spoon, form small balls with the dough and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Leave some space in between each mochi.
6. Bake the mochi for 10-12 minutes, or until they become slightly golden on the outside.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
8. In a small pan, toast the shredded coconut until slightly browned.
9. Roll each mochi ball in the toasted coconut until coated.
10. Serve and enjoy your delicious Ube Mochi!