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Japanese Cotton Cheesecake

Fluffy Japanese Cotton Cheesecake for Light Dessert Lovers

Experience the ethereal texture of Japanese Cotton Cheesecake in cupcake form, perfect for dessert lovers seeking a light treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar consider using reduced sugar
  • 4 Eggs (separated)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice optional
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for dusting
For Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Citrus Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Fruit Purées
  • 1 tbsp Chocolate cocoa powder or melted
  • 1 tbsp Matcha Powder
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts
  • 1/4 cup Salted Caramel Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Aquafaba for vegan option

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the cream cheese, butter, and milk over low heat until smooth.
  3. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale, then mix in the cooled cream mixture.
  5. Gently fold the dry mixture into the egg yolk blend without overmixing.
  6. Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar and whisk until stiff peaks.
  7. Fold a third of the whipped egg whites into the batter, then incorporate the remaining whites gently.
  8. Pour the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling cups about three-quarters full.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops are golden brown and centers jiggle slightly.
  10. Cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to use room temperature ingredients for best results. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch.

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