Instructions

  1. Mix together all ingredients except kinako using an electric mixer.
  2. Mix only until batter is smooth, do not over mix.
  3. Spray pan with non-stick vegetable oil spray or oil lightly with vegetable oil.
  4. Pour batter into the pan & cover with plastic wrap.
  5. Microwave on high for 5 minutes; if your microwave does not rotate, turn pan after 2 minutes.
  6. Carefully remove the plastic wrap, allowing the steam to escape away from you.
  7. Cool.
  8. Cut into 12 pieces using a plastic knife.
  9. Place some kinako on some plastic wrap and roll mochi in it.
  10. Note: cooking time may have to be adjusted, depending on your microwave.
  11. Mochi is done when center is firm.