Microwave Mochi

Directions

1. 1
   Microwave butter in microwave-safe dish for 45 seconds until melted.
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl, combine mochiko, 1 cup sugar and baking powder.
3. 3
   Gradually add milk, vanilla and melted butter while stirring.
4. 4
   Mix thoroughly.
5. 5
   Pour into baking dish.
6. 6
   Cover with waxed paper.
7. 7
   Microwave 9 to 12 minutes on High and rotate dish a quarter turn every 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Cool and cut into squares.
9. 9
   Toss with kinako and sugar mixture until coated (optional).