The Fat Straws guide
What Makes Mochi Donuts Different?
Mochi donuts stand out for their chewy, stretchy center and lightly crisp exterior. Fat Straws makes them with mochi flour—Japanese sweet rice flour—and hand-dips each donut in house-made glaze. That texture differs from the crumb of a cake donut or the airy bite of a yeast donut.
Mochi donuts vs. regular donuts
| Donut style | Characteristic texture |
|---|---|
| Mochi donut | Chewy, stretchy center with a crisp exterior |
| Cake donut | Cake-like crumb |
| Yeast donut | Light, airy, risen dough |
How Fat Straws makes mochi donuts
Fat Straws introduced mochi donuts to Texas in 2018. Our mochi donuts use Japanese sweet rice flour and are hand-dipped in house-made glazes. Fresh donuts and rotating flavors are part of the daily offering.
The connected-ball ring shape makes them easy to pull apart. The chew comes from the dough’s ingredients; it is not simply a regular donut with a different topping.
Does mochi flour mean gluten-free?
No. A donut can contain mochi flour and other ingredients. Fat Straws’ published menu lists wheat, dairy, soy, and eggs, with nuts possible in some varieties. Check the specific flavor with your store.
Try mochi donuts at Fat Straws
Explore Strawberry, Cookies & Cream, Churro, and rotating seasonal offerings. Choose a Dallas, Plano, or Richardson store to see its current availability.
How should I store them for the next day?
Our mochi donuts are best enjoyed the same day, but we get it—not everyone can eat six donuts at once! Here are our tips for keeping your mochi donuts fresh and delicious:
Follow these steps, and your mochi donuts will stay tasty for longer!
- No Refrigeration Needed: Avoid refrigerating mochi donuts, as it can affect their texture.
- Store at Room Temperature: Place them in a container with the lid slightly open (not fully closed and not fully open). This balance keeps them from drying out or becoming too soggy.
- Warm Before Eating: For that fresh-out-of-the-oven feel, microwave each donut for 5 seconds before enjoying.
Questions & answers
Why are mochi donuts chewy?
Mochi flour, also called Japanese sweet rice flour, contributes to their chewy texture. Fat Straws uses mochi flour in its donuts.
Are mochi donuts the same as cake donuts?
No. Mochi donuts have a chewy, stretchy center, whereas cake donuts have a cake-like crumb.
How are Fat Straws mochi donuts finished?
Each donut is hand-dipped in house-made glaze, with rotating flavors and toppings.