Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes You Must Try! Recipe
Delight in the airy softness of these Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and delicate sponge that melts in your mouth. These cupcakes are light, mildly sweet, and have a subtle vanilla flavor, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
- Author: zara
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Low Fat
Cheesecake Mixture
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Tin: Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to ensure the cupcakes don’t stick and bake evenly.
- Mix Cream Cheese Base: In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, milk, and unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a creamy base.
- Add Egg Yolks: Add the egg yolks one at a time to the cream cheese mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition to incorporate them smoothly.
- Whip Egg Whites: In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form, which will help give the cupcakes their trademark light and fluffy texture.
- Fold Egg Whites into Mixture: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, being careful to keep as much air in the batter as possible.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually sift in the flour and salt, folding gently until just combined without overmixing to maintain fluffiness.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cupcake liner about two-thirds full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents cracking and preserves the delicate texture.
Notes
- Ensure the egg whites are whipped to soft peaks but not overbeaten to maintain the right cupcake texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and fluffier batter.
- Folding the egg whites gently preserves the airiness crucial to the texture of Japanese cotton cheesecake.
- These cupcakes are best served chilled or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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