Spicy Coconut Mochi Bites

Mochi is one of my favorite treats. Its chewy, bouncy texture is an absolute delight to eat. These coconut mochi bites have a ton of creamy, spicy flavors from the coconut milk and chili crisp. It’s mesmerizing to see how white coconut milk turns a deep orange color that reminds me of a maple leaf with specks of chili flakes. The coconut flavor comes through in three separate layers: batter, glaze, and coconut flakes on top—each adding a different, deeper level of coconut to this soft, chew