Soft and chewy mochi #donuts are as fun to look at as they are to eat (recipe by @chefclaricelam ) The main ingredient in mochi donuts is glutinous rice flour which gives them their signature chewy and stretchy texture. The process of making mochi donuts is similar to making choux pastry. If you’ve ever made ėclairs or cream puffs you know what we're talking about. For recipes, check out The Spruce Eats site.