Learn everything about this delicious Hawaiian fritter. Want to start a mochi donuts business? Whether you need a convenient baking mix or ready-made, thaw-and-serve donuts, Chewco will have the right solution for you.
What are mochi donuts?
These unique treats are not your ordinary doughnuts. Shaped into small balls connected into a circle that is easy to pull apart, a mochi donut is lightly crispy on the outside and doughy, chewy on the inside.
Why "mochi" donuts?
The answer lies in their texture. The word "mochi" refers to a Japanese dessert made from pounded glutinous rice. When something is "mochi-mochi," it means it's soft, elastic, and a little squishy, just like mochi itself.
So while Chewco's “mochi” donuts are not actually made with mochi, they achieve a similar texture by incorporating a blend of tapioca starch, the same ingredient that gives boba pearls their chewiness. The tapioca starches lend a stretchy texture to the dough, while remaining lighter than its American cousin.
From Tokyo to LA, through Honolulu
Originating in Japan, mochi donuts found their way to the US primarily through Hawaii's vibrant food scene. With its large Japanese-American population and proximity to Japan, Hawaii often serves as a testing ground for Japanese culinary trends before they spread nationwide. As a result, mochi donuts gained rapid popularity across the United States, fueled by social media.
In today's digital age, food not only needs to be delicious but also visually appealing and picture-ready. And mochi donuts fit the bill perfectly with their unique shape and the countless options for colorful glazes and toppings. It's no wonder they have become a sensation on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, where food trends tend to take off.
Making mochi donuts: Chewco Mochi Donut Mix
Chewco's Mochi Donut Mix offers a simple and convenient way to make mochi donuts. Simply add a few basic ingredients to the premix powder and mix it up!
- Freeze-stable – This baking mix not only offers ease of use but also boasts freeze-stability, providing incredible versatility for both large-scale production and in-store production.
- No rise time – The best part? There's no need to wait for the dough to rise - you can start frying the batter immediately.
- Available in Original & Vegan – Along with the original recipe, which calls for the addition of eggs, Chewco carries a Vegan Mochi Donut Mix, accommodating a broader customer base.
To achieve the perfect mochi donut shape, a “Krinkle” donut plunger is used. This plunger moulds and drops the batter in a flower-shaped serving directly into the frying oil, resulting in that distinctive mochi donut shape. For professional production, the Belshaw Adamatic brand is highly recommended, as they provide top-notch donut making equipment known for its quality and durability.
Thaw & Serve Mochi Donuts in Belgium
Not every establishment has the resources or space to set up a dedicated frying line for making mochi donuts. To address this challenge, we have partnered with Cuppersun in Belgium to bring frozen mochi donut solutions to Europe.
Cuppersun is member of a group of companies renowned for their frangipane tartelettes and organic candies. Recognizing an opportunity to expand their production capacity and enter a new market, the owners of Cuppersun, Thibault, Gauthier and Denis, ventured into mochi donut production.
For the brothers, desserts are more than just sweet treats; they embody a philosophy of craftsmanship. They believe that every aspect of dessert-making, from taste and appearance to the artistry and technical expertise involved, is crucial in creating moments of relaxation and joy for those who indulge in them.
Given our shared values, Texture Maker and Cuppersun have formed a perfect collaboration. Together, we have explored innovative possibilities, applying them to product development and production to deliver exceptional experiences to customers.
Cuppersun now produces plain mochi donuts using Chewco's Vegan Mochi Donut Mix. These frozen donuts are distributed throughout Europe and can be found in coffee shops, donut shops, and baking product wholesalers.
Customers receive plain mochi donuts, providing them with the creative freedom to decorate them with their preferred toppings. Whether it's a drizzle of chocolate, a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, or a burst of fruity flavors, the customization options are endless, making each donut a unique creation.
Come by booth B4/215 to learn more about mochi donuts and discover the complete Chewco product portfolio.
