Chocolate-Glazed Mochi Doughnuts

**Prepare the Mochi Base (25-35 minutes):** In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup sweet rice flour and 3 tablespoons milk. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, and then cook for another 20-30 seconds, until the dough is cooked through, looks opaque, and is bouncy but still moist.

**Combine Dough Ingredients (5 minutes):** In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook (or in a large bowl for hand-mixing), add the remaining 1 3/4 cups sweet rice flour, 1/2 cup milk, egg, granulated sugar, baking powder, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Add the slightly cooled, cooked rice flour mixture.

**Knead the Dough (3-5 minutes):** Knead the dough on low speed until it comes together. Increase the speed to medium and knead until the mixture is completely smooth and well-mixed. The dough will be sticky.

**Prepare for Shaping (2 minutes):** Line a baking sheet with Reynolds® Parchment Paper. Lightly flour a clean work surface with rice flour. Scrape the dough onto the floured surface and dust with more flour to prevent sticking.

**Shape the Doughnuts (20-30 minutes):** Roll the dough out to 1/2-inch thickness. Use a 3-inch biscuit cutter for the doughnuts and a 1-inch cutter for the doughnut holes. Place the doughnuts on the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll scraps to cut more doughnuts; you should get about 10.

**Fry the Doughnuts (15-20 minutes):** In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat 3-4 inches of oil to 330°F (165°C). Fry the doughnuts in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Drain on a paper towel-lined baking tray. Cool slightly before glazing.

**Vanilla Glaze (optional) (5-10 minutes):** In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the glaze reaches your desired consistency. Dip each doughnut in the glaze and let excess drip off. Place on a cooling rack to dry.

**Chocolate Glaze (10 minutes):** Place the coconut milk in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped dark chocolate until melted and smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.

**Glaze and Finish (5-10 minutes):** Dip or drizzle each doughnut with the chocolate glaze. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve immediately and enjoy!