Sweet Rice Flour or Mochiko gives mochi a chewy and ideal texture.
Make sure the batter is neither dense nor watery. Adjust consistency with more flour or more water.
If you are making Hawaiian-style mochi, coconut milk goes without saying. Use it for a tropical flavor.
Real, unsalted butter works best to get an authentic flavor in pudding.
Add a variety of flavors and toppings to make the pudding delightful.