These crispy, buttery mochi muffins are inspired by viral Shanghai butter tteok, with a crunchy exterior and soft, chewy center. Made with simple ingredients and a clever baking trick, this might just be the best mochi muffin recipe yet.

These easy, gluten-free mochi muffins come together in minutes using Mochiko or glutinous rice flour and a blender. Soft, chewy, and not too sweet, they’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, with endless flavor variations like pandan, ube, and black sesame.