Favorite Custard Mochi

ChamoritaMomma's Note:

A classic island dessert!

• Total Time: 2 hrs
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs 30 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 24 pieces

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
• 4 eggs
• 4 cups milk
• 1 (16 ounce) box mochiko sweet rice flour (about 2 c.)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut flakes

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan, set aside. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar; add the eggs, 1 at a time; beating well after each addition. Add the remaining ingredients until blended well. Pour into prepared pan; top with coconut flakes and bake for 1 hour and 15-20 minutes. Cool completely and then chill until ready to serve; slice into equal squares.