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In a heat-resistant, microwave-safe mixing bowl, combine milk, glutinous rice flour, cornstarch, and sugar. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Add vegetable oil and stir to combine. Sift once to ensure a smooth texture. Cover the bowl with microwave-safe plastic wrap and prick several holes in the wrap to allow steam to escape.
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Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Pause, stir the mixture, and continue microwaving in 1-minute intervals until the mochi becomes translucent and no uncooked batter remains. Alternatively, steam the mixture over boiling water for 20-30 minutes, checking for doneness. The cooked mochi should appear glossy and pull away from the bowl's sides.
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Wear gloves to handle the hot mochi safely. Knead the dough briefly for an even texture. Divide the mochi into small walnut-sized balls. Roll each ball into your choice of cocoa powder, milk powder, or matcha powder.
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Serve the milk mochi bites as is or with dips such as ranch or sour cream for an intriguing flavor contrast.