Mochi for zoni is prepared in two ways: In the Kanto region they are baked to enjoy the smoky aroma before being placed in soup; in the Kansai region and to the west of Kansai they are put into a soup to simmer.
雑煮に入れる餅は関東のように汁に入れる前に焼いて香ばしさを意図したものと、関西以西の生のまま汁に入れて煮るものとに細分される。