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Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes for Pure Bliss

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake Cupcakes are a delightful revelation, offering a light texture with a subtle tanginess, perfect for any dessert craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese fully softened
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with a sugar alternative
  • 1/2 cup Milk any type of milk
  • 3 large Eggs separated
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 3/4 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch or cornstarch substitute
  • 1/4 tsp Salt balances sweetness
For Dusting
  • powdered sugar Powdered Sugar for dusting before serving

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Sifter
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a bowl until smooth, then mix in the milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract.
  3. Sift in the flour and cornstarch, stirring gently until no lumps remain.
  4. Beat the egg whites with salt until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold the whipped egg whites into the cream cheese mixture gently without deflating them.
  6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each liner about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for approximately 30 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for about 30 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Check cupcakes for doneness with a toothpick.

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