Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes, where lightness meets richness in a perfect balance. These airy treats are reminiscent of classic soufflés yet provide the comforting flavors of cheesecake. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and subtle sweetness, they make an ideal addition to any gathering or a sweet afternoon snack. Easy to prepare with common pantry ingredients, these cupcakes can be customized with flavors like lemon zest or matcha powder, making them a versatile choice for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp milk
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Add milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Sift in flour and cornstarch, mixing until no lumps remain.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites and salt until soft peaks form; gradually add more sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the cream cheese mixture in three additions.
- Divide the batter among cupcake liners, filling them two-thirds full.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until lightly golden and set in the center.
- Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg